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Cross-border route

Thailand Myanmar

Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Thailand into Myanmar, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Myanmar expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Local rules format. Important: Thailand drives on the left and Myanmar drives on the right, 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: Thailand drives on the left, Myanmar on the right.
Get my permit for Myanmar Myanmar requirements

Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromThailand
ToMyanmar
IDP in MyanmarRequired
Accepted formatLocal rules
Driving sideChanges (left → right)
Currency in MyanmarMMK
Thailand → Myanmar

Crossing the border

Thailand and Myanmar 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 Myanmar

  • Drive on the right (despite right-hand-drive cars).
  • Horns used frequently.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit.
  • Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

What to see when you arrive in Myanmar

  • the temple plains of Bagan
  • the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
  • Inle Lake
  • the Golden Rock at Mount Kyaiktiyo
  • Mandalay's royal palace

Common questions

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