Cross-border route
Montenegro Albania
Montenegro 
AlbaniaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Montenegro into Albania, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Albania expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the 1968 Vienna 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
FromMontenegro
ToAlbania
IDP in AlbaniaRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in AlbaniaALL
Montenegro → Albania
Crossing the border
Montenegro and Albania 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 Albania
- Drive on the right; overtake on the left.
- Headlights on at all times, day and night.
- 0.01% alcohol limit — effectively zero tolerance.
- Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants.
What to see when you arrive in Albania
- the beaches of the Albanian Riviera
- the Ottoman town of Berat
- Butrint's ancient ruins
- Gjirokastër's stone city
- the capital Tirana
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Montenegro to Albania?
Yes — Albania requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Albania recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Montenegro and Albania?
No. Both Montenegro and Albania 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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