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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Myanmar into India, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. India expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the 1949 Geneva format. Important: Myanmar drives on the right and India drives on the left, so the side of the road changes at the border — take extra care. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
⚠ Driving side changes at the border: Myanmar drives on the right, India on the left.
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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromMyanmar
ToIndia
IDP in IndiaRequired
Accepted format1949 Geneva
Driving sideChanges (right → left)
Currency in IndiaINR
Myanmar → India

Crossing the border

Myanmar and India 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 India

  • Drive on the left amid dense, unpredictable traffic.
  • Horn use is routine.
  • 0.03% alcohol limit.
  • Inter-state toll plazas common.

What to see when you arrive in India

  • the Taj Mahal in Agra
  • the forts and palaces of Jaipur
  • the ghats of Varanasi
  • the backwaters of Kerala
  • the beaches of Goa

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Myanmar to India?
Yes — India requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. India recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Myanmar and India?
Yes. Myanmar drives on the right and India drives on the left. Adjust carefully once you cross the border.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
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