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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border

Yes — you can drive from Turkey into Azerbaijan, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Azerbaijan 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.

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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance

FromTurkey

ToAzerbaijan

IDP in AzerbaijanRequired

Accepted format1968 Vienna

Driving sideright (no change)

Currency in AzerbaijanAZN

Turkey → Azerbaijan

Crossing the border

Turkey and Azerbaijan 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 Azerbaijan

Drive on the right.
Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
Seatbelts mandatory.
Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

What to see when you arrive in Azerbaijan

the walled old city (Icherisheher) of Baku
the Flame Towers
the mud volcanoes of Gobustan
the mountain village of Khinalug
the Heydar Aliyev Center

Common questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Turkey to Azerbaijan?

Yes — Azerbaijan requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Azerbaijan recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.

Does the driving side change between Turkey and Azerbaijan?

No. Both Turkey and Azerbaijan drive on the right.

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.