Brunei is easy to underestimate on a map — a small sultanate on the northwestern coast of Borneo. What the map does not show is that Brunei has some of the best road infrastructure in Southeast Asia, subsidized petrol at excellent prices, and almost no tourist traffic on the roads that connect the capital to the rainforest interior. The drive from Bandar Seri Begawan toward Temburong district via the Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge is one of the region's newest and most spectacular road journeys. Foreign nationals driving in Brunei require a valid International Driving Permit alongside their home country licence. Brunei's Royal Brunei Police Force enforces traffic regulations thoroughly. Speed cameras are positioned on major roads and the speed limits are genuinely enforced. Brunei drives on the LEFT. Alcohol is banned in Brunei — do not drive under the influence of anything. Apply online, digital IDP via WhatsApp in 2 hours, physical booklet delivered before departure.
Driving International Association (DIA) is a private independent travel documentation support platform providing International Driving Permit (IDP) assistance and multilingual translation support services. DIA is not affiliated with any government authority, RTO, DMV, or licensing agency. Travelers should verify local regulations independently and always carry a valid domestic driving license.
Brunei's petrol prices are among the lowest in the world even for foreigners. Fill your tank in Brunei before crossing into Malaysian Sarawak, where prices are significantly higher. The Seria to Kuala Belait corridor — Brunei's oil town region — has excellent roads and almost no tourist traffic. The Shell Museum in Seria documents Brunei's oil history and is a worthwhile stop on any coastal drive.