Cars & drivers · Our pick in Seoul
Driving in Korea
Licences
To drive, you need an International Driving Permit valid in Korea; most visitors never need a car in Seoul.
Our take
- Take the metro instead
- Address
- Seoul, Seoul
About Driving in Korea
Visitors who want to drive need an International Driving Permit recognised in Korea as well as their own licence; check GOV.UK before you travel. In Seoul itself the metro is usually quicker.
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Driving in Korea before you go.
Last checked: October 2026 How we choose
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