North America travel guide
Driving in Bahamas with a foreign licence
IDP recommended
You can drive in Bahamas on a valid foreign licence; an IDP is recommended. The Bahamas drive on the left despite their proximity to the US; visitors can use a valid foreign licence for short stays, with an IDP advised for non-Latin scripts.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededRecommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Bahamas
- Drive on the left.
- Many imported left-hand-drive cars — take care overtaking.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
At the rental desk
Nassau and Freeport desks accept many foreign licences; an IDP helps.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Bahamas with a foreign licence?
Yes, visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence in Bahamas; carry an IDP if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.
02
Which side of the road does Bahamas drive on?
Bahamas drives on the left.
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