Cross-border route
Palestine Egypt
Palestine 
EgyptDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Palestine into Egypt, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Egypt 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
FromPalestine
ToEgypt
IDP in EgyptRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in EgyptEGP
Palestine → Egypt
Crossing the border
Palestine and Egypt 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 Egypt
- Dense, assertive urban traffic.
- Headlights used sparingly at night by locals — drive defensively.
- Checkpoints common between cities.
- Carry passport, licence and IDP.
What to see when you arrive in Egypt
- the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- the temples of Luxor and Karnak
- the Valley of the Kings
- Abu Simbel
- a Nile cruise
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Palestine to Egypt?
Yes — Egypt requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Egypt recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Palestine and Egypt?
No. Both Palestine and Egypt 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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