Do You Need an International Driving Permit to Drive in Georgia?

For most visitors the short answer is no — Georgia recognizes national driving licences for stays of up to one year, so you can rent and drive on the licence you already hold. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a helpful extra, not a legal must, for short trips.

When an IDP helps

If your licence is not in Latin script (for example, Chinese, Arabic, or Georgian), an IDP gives police and rental staff a readable translation. It removes friction at checkpoints, so bring one if it is easy to get.

What you actually need to rent

• Your national driving licence, held for at least one year.
• A passport that matches the booking.
• A payment card for the deposit.

Long stays

Planning to live in Georgia? After 12 months you should convert to a Georgian licence. For a two-week road trip, your home licence plus an optional IDP is all WeRent asks for.