Middle East
Driving in Türkiye
Local law and rental desks expect an international permit alongside your home licence. Here is exactly what Türkiye expects from a visiting driver, and how to have it before you land.
Türkiye
Middle East · drives on the right
- Drives on the
- Right
- Rental min age
- 18+
- Ready in
- 8 min
Do I need an international driving permit in Türkiye?
Local law and rental desks expect an international permit alongside your home licence. Widely requested by rental firms and by traffic police outside the main cities.
Which side of the road does Türkiye drive on?
Türkiye drives on the right-hand side of the road.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Türkiye?
Rental desks in Türkiye generally require drivers to be at least 18. Younger drivers may face a surcharge or be refused.
How quickly can I get one before I fly?
The digital document is issued in minutes — the median is 41 seconds after payment — and works offline. A printed booklet ships separately by tracked courier.
Requirements are set by Türkiye and can change. We publish what the destination currently expects and update it when it moves. If Türkiye refuses the document we recommended for it, our money-back guarantee applies.