Travelers with an Andorran driver\u2019s license should not assume they are allowed to drive in Japan. Japan has strict rules for foreign drivers, and the required documents depend on the country or region where the license was issued, not the driver\u2019s nationality.<\/span><\/p>\n According to Japan\u2019s National Police Agency, foreign visitors can legally drive in Japan only with one of the accepted license documents: a Japanese driver\u2019s license, a valid International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, or a foreign license with an official Japanese translation where Japan specifically allows that route.<\/span><\/p>\n At this time, an Andorran driver\u2019s license is not listed among the foreign licenses that can be used in Japan with a Japanese translation. Japan\u2019s translation-based exception is mainly available for licenses issued in countries or regions such as Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco, and Taiwan.<\/span><\/p>\n This means travelers holding an Andorran license may face problems when renting or driving a campervan in Japan. Even if an International Driving Permit issued in Andorra appears to mention Japan, Japanese authorities and rental companies may not accept it unless it fully meets Japan\u2019s recognized 1949 Geneva Convention requirements. Japan does not accept IDPs issued under other conventions, including the 1968 Vienna Convention.<\/span><\/p>\n For this reason, drivers with an Andorran license should confirm their eligibility directly with the relevant Japanese authority, their rental company, or a prefectural driver\u2019s license center before making a campervan booking. If the documents are not accepted at pickup, the rental company cannot legally release the vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n Be careful with websites selling unofficial \u201cinternational driver\u2019s licenses.\u201d These documents may look official, but they are not the same as a valid International Driving Permit issued by an authorized government body or approved automobile association. If the permit is not legally recognized in Japan, it cannot be used to drive or rent a campervan.<\/span><\/p>\n If your license was issued in Andorra, confirm your driving eligibility before arrival. Japan\u2019s road laws are strict, and carrying the wrong document can lead to rental rejection, fines, or legal issues. For the safest experience, contact Samurai Campers before booking so we can review your documents and guide you on the correct next step.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Can You Drive in Japan with an Andorran Driver\u2019s License? 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