Driving in China — International Driving Permit guide
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Conducir en China

Explore China with your International Driving Permit. Discover local attractions, scenic routes, and unique driving experiences.

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Datos rápidos

IDP Status
Permiso internacional requerido
Lado de conducción
Derecha

Límites de velocidad

50
Urbano
50 km/h
90
Rural
90 km/h
120
Autopista
120 km/h

Guía de viaje del país

China, the world's most populous nation, spans incredible diversity from the Great Wall to tropical Yunnan, from Silk Road deserts to Shanghai's skyline. While international visitors face significant driving restrictions, understanding China's transportation landscape helps travelers plan effectively.

The Great Wall stretches across northern China with various accessible sections—Badaling for convenience, Mutianyu for scenery, and Jinshanling for hiking. Beijing's Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace represent imperial grandeur, while hutong neighborhoods preserve traditional life.

Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors guard Emperor Qin's tomb with over 8,000 life-size soldiers. The Silk Road continues west through Gansu to the desert oasis of Dunhuang and the Mogao Caves. Zhangye's Rainbow Mountains display extraordinary colored rock formations.

Shanghai dazzles with the Pudong skyline, French Concession charm, and excellent cuisine. Guilin and Yangshuo offer karst landscape river cruises. Yunnan Province's Lijiang old town and Shangri-La provide minority culture experiences.

Chinese cuisine varies dramatically by region—Peking duck and dumplings in the north, spicy Sichuan and Hunan, Cantonese dim sum, and Xinjiang noodles along the Silk Road.

Important: International visitors generally cannot drive in mainland China—Chinese authorities do not recognize International Driving Permits or foreign licenses for tourism purposes. Travelers rely on domestic flights, excellent high-speed rail, and hired drivers. Hong Kong and Macau operate under different regulations.

Principales destinos

1
Capital City
2
Coastal Areas
3
Mountain Roads
4
Historical Sites

Consejos de conducción

Lleva siempre tu permiso internacional junto con tu licencia nacional
Familiarízate con las normas locales de tráfico
Comprueba los requisitos de seguro al alquilar un coche
Respeta los límites de velocidad locales

Preguntas frecuentes

Do I need an IDP to drive in China?

Yes, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive in China. The IDP works alongside your national driving license.

Which side of the road do they drive on in China?

In China, traffic drives on the right side of the road.

What are the speed limits in China?

Speed limits in China: urban areas — 50 km/h, rural roads — 90 km/h, highways — 120 km/h.

How do I get an IDP for China?

You can get your IDP online through our website in just a few minutes. You'll need a photo and your national driving license details.

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Información útil

Código de paísCN
Lado de conducciónDerecha
Estado IDPRequired
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