Cross-border route
Peru Ecuador
Peru 
EcuadorDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Peru into Ecuador, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Ecuador 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
FromPeru
ToEcuador
IDP in EcuadorRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in EcuadorUSD
Peru → Ecuador
Crossing the border
Peru and Ecuador 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 Ecuador
- Drive on the right.
- Pico y placa plate restrictions in Quito.
- 0.03% alcohol limit.
- Steep Andean roads with switchbacks.
What to see when you arrive in Ecuador
- the Galápagos Islands
- the colonial old town of Quito
- the Cotopaxi Volcano
- the equator monument (Mitad del Mundo)
- the market town of Otavalo
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Peru to Ecuador?
Yes — Ecuador requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Ecuador recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Peru and Ecuador?
No. Both Peru and Ecuador 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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