Driving in China — International Driving Permit guide
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在以下地区驾车 China

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

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基本信息

IDP Status
需要国际驾照
行驶方向
靠右

限速规定

50
市区
50 km/h
90
郊区
90 km/h
120
高速公路
120 km/h

国家旅行指南

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.

热门驾车目的地

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

驾车贴士

始终随身携带国际驾照及本国驾照
熟悉当地交通规则
租车时核实保险要求
遵守当地限速规定

常见问题解答

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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实用信息

国家代码CN
行驶方向靠右
国际驾照状态Required
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