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Cross-border route

Uruguay Argentina

Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Uruguay into Argentina, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Argentina 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
FromUruguay
ToArgentina
IDP in ArgentinaRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in ArgentinaARS
Uruguay → Argentina

Crossing the border

Uruguay and Argentina 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 Argentina

  • Headlights on at all times on highways.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit (0% in some provinces).
  • Carry licence, IDP and rental papers.
  • City parking restrictions are strictly enforced.

What to see when you arrive in Argentina

  • the Iguazú Falls
  • the Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Buenos Aires' tango and La Boca
  • the Patagonian peaks of El Chaltén
  • the wine region of Mendoza

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Uruguay to Argentina?
Yes — Argentina requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Argentina recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Uruguay and Argentina?
No. Both Uruguay and Argentina drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
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