Driving in China — International Driving Permit guide
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運転先 China

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

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基本情報

IDP Status
国際運転免許証が必要
通行側
右側

速度制限

50
市街地
50 km/h
90
郊外
90 km/h
120
高速道路
120 km/h

国別旅行ガイド

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.

おすすめドライブスポット

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Capital City
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Coastal Areas
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Mountain Roads
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Historical Sites

運転のヒント

国際運転免許証は常に国内免許証と一緒に携帯してください
現地の交通規則をよく確認しておきましょう
レンタカー利用時は保険の要件を確認してください
現地の速度制限を遵守してください

よくある質問

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.

旅行の準備はできましたか China?

Get your International Driving Permit in minutes and start exploring!

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国コードCN
走行側右側
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