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Licences in English are accepted directly; others need a translation or an IDP. Traffic drives on the left.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted. Mountain roads are narrow and dangerous in winter.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
Traffic drives on the left. Foreign licences are valid for visits up to 12 months and no IDP is needed. A 125 cc scooter needs category B plus CBT training.
GuyanaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
HondurasThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
GeorgiaNational licences are accepted without an IDP. Bike rental is common, but mountain roads and local driving style demand experience.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted for the length of a tourist stay.
ZimbabweThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
IsraeleNational licences are accepted for up to a year; an IDP is desirable for rental.
IraqThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
IranThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
IrlandaTraffic drives on the left. National licences in Latin script are accepted for visits; an IDP is not mandatory.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted and no IDP is required.
CanadaNational licences are valid for a short visit; an IDP is desirable as a translation.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are valid for up to 90 days together with your entry stamp.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
CubaNational licences are accepted for rental. Fuel and spare parts are scarce, so plan long trips with a margin.
KuwaitThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
LiberiaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted and traffic drives on the left.
MessicoNational licences are accepted and an IDP is not mandatory.
MoldaviaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
MonacoThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
MongoliaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
NamibiaLicences in English are accepted. Traffic drives on the left and intercity gravel roads are where most crashes happen.
NigerThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
NigeriaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
Licences in English are valid for up to 12 months; others need a certified translation or an IDP. Traffic drives on the left.
PakistanThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
PanamaNational licences are valid for 90 days.
RussiaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
SenegalThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted in most states, with an IDP recommended as a translation. Motorcycles need a separate endorsement and helmet rules differ by state.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
TunisiaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
TurchiaNational licences are valid for up to six months; an IDP is desirable but not mandatory. Scooter rental is popular at resorts.
UgandaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
National licences are accepted.
UcrainaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
UruguayThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
FigiLicences in English are accepted and traffic drives on the left.
National licences in Latin script are valid for the first 90 days, after which a local licence is needed. A motorcycle requires category A.
The country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
EtiopiaThe country is party to the 1968 Vienna Convention, so a modern national licence with Latin transliteration works without an IDP. Rental desks may still ask for one — getting it is cheaper than arguing.
A licence in English with a photo is accepted without an IDP. Traffic drives on the left.
GiamaicaTraffic drives on the left and national licences are accepted.
AustriaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
AlbaniaAn IDP is required with non-European licences and police check often.
AlgeriaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
AngolaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
AndorraThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
Rental firms ask for it at pickup and police ask for it at roadside checks.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
BelizeThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
BelgioA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
BulgariaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
BoliviaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
BotswanaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
BrasileRental firms ask for a deposit and a passport copy; arrange insurance separately.
BruneiThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
BurundiThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
BhutanThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
VanuatuThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
UngheriaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
VietnamA bike up to 50 cc needs no category A — that is what the whole tourist rental market runs on. Accident rates are high and travel insurance often excludes motorcycles: check your policy before you go.
GabonThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
HaitiThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
GambiaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
GhanaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
GuineaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
GermaniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
Traffic drives on the left and intercity roads are often unpaved.
GrenadaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
GreciaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
A 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
GibutiThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
DominicaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
EgittoAn IDP is required. Driving in Cairo is chaotic and hiring a car with a driver is often cheaper and safer.
ZambiaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
IndiaAn IDP is required. Traffic drives on the left and is dense — not a place to learn.
IndonesiaOn Bali, police sweeps targeting tourists without category A or a helmet are routine, with on-the-spot fines. Rental shops hand scooters to anyone, but it is the rider who answers for it.
GiordaniaRental firms ask for a deposit and a passport copy; arrange insurance separately.
IslandaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
SpagnaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
ItaliaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
YemenThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
CambogiaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
CamerunThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
QatarAn IDP is required; long stays need a local licence.
KenyaTraffic drives on the left and intercity roads are often unpaved.
CiproTraffic drives on the left — along with Ireland and Malta, one of the few EU countries that do. EU licences are valid; with Russian ones an IDP is requested.
KiribatiThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
ColombiaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
ComoreThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
KosovoThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
LaosThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
LettoniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
LesothoThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
LibanoThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
LibiaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
LituaniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
MauritaniaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
MadagascarThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
MalawiThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
MalaysiaEU licences and IDPs are accepted; local driving is orderly but the roads are fast.
MaliThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
MaldiveAn IDP is required, though there is hardly anywhere to drive: most islands have no roads to speak of.
MaltaTraffic drives on the left and the roads are narrow. EU licences work directly; non-European ones need an IDP.
MaroccoRental firms ask for a deposit and a passport copy; arrange insurance separately.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
MicronesiaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
MozambicoThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
NauruThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
NepalAn IDP is required. Mountain roads are demanding and motorcycle rental is popular for the Annapurna routes.
Paesi BassiA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
NicaraguaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
NorvegiaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
Residents need a local licence. Speeding fines are very high and fully camera-enforced.
OmanAn IDP is required. Roads are excellent, but desert stretches between petrol stations are long.
PalauThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
ParaguayThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
PerùAn IDP is required. Mountain roads are all switchbacks and night driving is a bad idea.
PoloniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
PortogalloA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
RuandaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
RomaniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
El SalvadorThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
SamoaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
Rental firms ask for a deposit and a passport copy; arrange insurance separately.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
Saint LuciaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
SerbiaAn IDP is required with non-European licences.
SingaporeAn IDP is required. Bike rental barely exists and car ownership is among the most expensive in the world.
SiriaThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
SlovacchiaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
SloveniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
SomaliaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
SudanThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
SurinameThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
Sierra LeoneThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
ThailandiaWithout category A on the IDP renting a bike is illegal: insurance will not pay out after a crash and police fine riders daily on the popular routes. Helmets are compulsory, including for the passenger.
TanzaniaAn IDP or a local permit is required and traffic drives on the left.
TogoThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
TongaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
The country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
TuvaluThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
FinlandiaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
FranciaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
CroaziaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
CiadThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
MontenegroAn IDP is required with non-European licences. Scooters are popular along the coast.
CechiaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
CileRental firms ask for it at pickup and police ask for it at roadside checks.
SvizzeraA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
SveziaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
EcuadorThe country recognises the 1949 Geneva Convention but not the Vienna one: a national licence alone is not valid and an IDP is required. Vienna-format permits are not always accepted here — check with the rental company in advance.
The country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
EritreaThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
EswatiniThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
EstoniaA 125 cc scooter needs category B with three years of experience; anything bigger needs category A. Helmets are mandatory across the EU.
An IDP under the 1949 or 1968 convention is required alongside your national licence.
Sud SudanThe country is party to neither the Vienna nor the Geneva Convention, so recognition of a foreign licence depends on local law and on the rental company. Bring an IDP: it works almost everywhere, but there is no guarantee — check with the rental firm before booking.
BarbadosA local driving permit is required, issued by rental firms or the police for a small fee. Traffic drives on the left.
CinaInternational permits are not recognised at all: you need a Chinese licence, and a temporary one can be issued for the length of your trip. Renting is impossible without it.
Sri LankaA foreign licence alone is not valid: the IDP must be endorsed by the Automobile Association of Ceylon and a local permit issued. Without it insurance does not apply.
GiapponeOnly the 1949-convention IDP is recognised — Russian licences do not qualify, so you need an official JAF translation or a Japanese licence. Traffic drives on the left.
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Cos’è il permesso internazionale e quando ti salva
Il permesso internazionale non è una patente a sé ma la traduzione ufficiale della tua. Vale solo insieme all’originale e si ottiene in un giorno.
Due convenzioni
Esistono due formati: la Convenzione di Vienna del 1968 e quella di Ginevra del 1949. Il formato riconosciuto dal paese decide se il tuo permesso vale: il Giappone, per esempio, accetta solo quello di Ginevra.
La categoria A decide tutto
L’errore classico sulle due ruote: noleggiare uno scooter con la patente B. In Thailandia, Indonesia e a Bali è la causa più frequente di multe e, dopo un incidente, l’assicurazione semplicemente non paga, né per te né per gli altri.
Fino a 125 cc in Europa
Nella maggior parte dei paesi UE puoi guidare uno scooter da 125 cc con la patente B dopo tre anni. Fuori dall’Europa questa agevolazione di solito non c’è: o categoria A o niente.
Guida a sinistra
Regno Unito, Irlanda, Cipro, Malta, Giappone, Thailandia, Indonesia, India, Sudafrica, Australia e Nuova Zelanda guidano a sinistra. In moto è più pericoloso che in auto: in curva e agli incroci il corpo torna da solo nella corsia abituale.
Serve la patente internazionale all’estero
Dipende dal paese e da come è fatta la tua patente. Le patenti recenti con traslitterazione latina sono accettate in Georgia, Turchia, USA, Messico e in gran parte dell’America Latina. Nel Sud-est asiatico, negli Emirati e in Sud America serve quasi sempre il permesso internazionale: senza, il noleggio è illegale.
La moto è un capitolo a parte. La categoria B non abilita alla guida di una moto da nessuna parte, tranne in Europa con il limite dei 125 cc. I noleggi in Thailandia e a Bali danno scooter a chiunque, ma è il loro modello di business, non un’esenzione: la polizia multa il conducente e l’assicurazione non paga.
Il permesso internazionale si rilascia sulla base della patente nazionale, dura tre anni e costa poco. Farlo prima di partire costa meno di una sola multa sul posto.
Dati raccolti da fonti aperte e dalle norme delle autorità stradali. I requisiti cambiano: prima di partire verifica con il noleggio e il consolato.