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Driving requirements for Japan

The accepted driving qualifications are listed below. Bring the original documents required for your route.

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Accepted driving qualifications

[01] 1949 Geneva Convention IDP

Original paper 1949 Geneva Convention IDP booklet + original domestic driver’s licence + original passport.

[02] Official Japanese translation

Original paper official Japanese translation + original domestic driver’s licence + original passport.

[03] U.S. Forces Japan SOFA Licence

Original valid U.S. Forces Japan SOFA licence + Military ID.

[04] Japanese driver’s licence

Original valid Japanese driver’s licence.

Original documents only. Phone images, PDFs, scans, screenshots, photocopies and electronic documents are not accepted. If you are unsure, use the country guide or contact us before booking.

Use the official country guide

See the IDP guide for country-specific requirements and official references.

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