Cross-border route
Lebanon Israel
Lebanon 
IsraelDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Lebanon into Israel, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. An IDP is recommended in Israel and required if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet, in the 1949 Geneva format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromLebanon
ToIsrael
IDP in IsraelRecommended
Accepted format1949 Geneva
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in IsraelILS
Lebanon → Israel
Crossing the border
Lebanon and Israel share a land border you can cross by car. Keep your passport, national driving licence and International Driving Permit together, and check opening hours and any toll or vignette requirements before you travel.
Driving rules in Israel
- Headlights on inter-urban roads, Nov–Mar.
- 0.05% alcohol limit; 0.01% for new/young drivers.
- Highway 6 uses automatic plate tolling.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
What to see when you arrive in Israel
- the Old City of Jerusalem
- the Western Wall
- the Dead Sea
- the fortress of Masada
- Tel Aviv's beaches and Bauhaus quarter
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Lebanon to Israel?
An IDP is strongly recommended for Israel and required if your national licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet. Israel recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Lebanon and Israel?
No. Both Lebanon and Israel drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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