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South KoreaJeju car rentalYou need a valid Korean driving licence for the car class. Minimum age and years of driving experience are set by each rental company, so check the terms before booking.
JapanOkinawa car rentalKorean licence holders can drive in Japan with a Korean IDP issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, for up to one year from entry into Japan (and within the IDP's own 1-year validity). IDPs under other conventions are not valid. Rental companies also ask for your Korean licence and passport.
JapanFukuoka car rentalKorean licence holders can drive in Japan with a Korean IDP issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, for up to one year from entry into Japan (and within the IDP's own 1-year validity). IDPs under other conventions are not valid. Rental companies also ask for your Korean licence and passport.
JapanHokkaido car rentalKorean licence holders can drive in Japan with a Korean IDP issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, for up to one year from entry into Japan (and within the IDP's own 1-year validity). IDPs under other conventions are not valid. Rental companies also ask for your Korean licence and passport.
JapanOsaka car rentalKorean licence holders can drive in Japan with a Korean IDP issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, for up to one year from entry into Japan (and within the IDP's own 1-year validity). IDPs under other conventions are not valid. Rental companies also ask for your Korean licence and passport.
GuamGuam car rentalUnder 16 GCA §3101(c)(1), a holder of a valid licence from the Republic of Korea may drive in Guam for up to 30 days from arrival. Rental companies set their own minimum age and may ask for extra documents.
Northern Mariana IslandsSaipan car rental9 CMC §2203(b): a person over 16 with a valid licence from outside the CNMI may drive for 30 days from entry. Rental companies set their own minimum age.
United StatesHawaii car rentalPer the Honolulu DMV FAQ, a driver at least 18 with a valid foreign licence may use it for up to one year after entry. An IDP is strongly recommended (for 1949 Geneva Convention countries such as Korea).
VietnamDa Nang car rental and car with driverVietnam follows the 1968 Vienna Convention while Korea issues 1949 Geneva IDPs, but a bilateral agreement in force since 23 July 2023 recognises Korean IDPs. Carry the IDP, your Korean licence and your passport together.