Destinations / Myanmar
Driving in Myanmar as a visitor
Often required, depending on where your licence was issued. Myanmar drives on the right yet many cars are right-hand drive, a quirky combination; an IDP is recommended, though guided transport is common.
Reviewed July 2026 · A translation of your own licence, carried with it. Not a government permit.
What Myanmar expects
| Driving document | Depends on licence issuer, script and rental policy |
|---|---|
| Convention format | Local rules |
| Valid for | Not recognised |
| Drives on the | Right |
| Emergency number | 199 (police), 192 (ambulance) |
| Top speed limit | 100 km/h on the Yangon–Naypyidaw expressway |
What the rental desk will ask you for
| Your own licence | The original card. A photo of it, or a photocopy, gets turned away. |
|---|---|
| Licence translation | Check the desk policy for your issuing country and licence script. A translation accompanies the licence and never replaces an official permit. |
| Booklet format they know | Local rules |
| Minimum age | 18. Under 25 usually pays a young-driver surcharge. |
| Deposit | A credit card in the driver's name. The hold is taken in MMK. |
Rules that catch visitors out
| Local practice | Drive on the right (despite right-hand-drive cars). |
|---|---|
| Local practice | Horns used frequently. |
| Alcohol | 0.05% alcohol limit. |
| Documents | Carry passport, IDP and home licence. |
On the road in Myanmar
At the pump
Petrol (Octane 92 and 95) and diesel are sold; supply and prices have been volatile, with periodic shortages and queues. Stations are attended; carry kyat cash as card acceptance is rare and fuel rationing can occur.
After a crash
Dial 199 for police and 192 for ambulance. Report any accident to the police and do not move the vehicles after an injury collision; with a hired driver, let them and the rental company manage the report and insurance.
Sources: idaservice.org · internationaltravelpermits.com · oricacars.com · travelauthenticasia.com
Common questions
Do you need an International Driving Permit in Myanmar?
Often required, depending on where your licence was issued. Myanmar drives on the right yet many cars are right-hand drive, a quirky combination; an IDP is recommended, though guided transport is common.
Which translation format is used for Myanmar?
Myanmar uses the Local rules convention format. A Vialy translation is prepared in that format but is not a government-issued permit.
Will a rental desk in Myanmar ask for a translation?
Self-drive is restricted for tourists; chauffeured hire is the norm.
How fast can Vialy prepare one for Myanmar?
The exact delivery moment is quoted before you pay, 30 minutes as standard and 5 with Express.
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