Europe travel guide
Driving in Cyprus with a foreign licence
IDP recommended
You can drive in Cyprus on a valid foreign licence; an IDP is recommended. Unusually for the EU, Cyprus drives on the left; visitors can use a valid foreign licence, with an IDP advised for non-Latin-script holders.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededRecommended
Minimum age18+
ConventionBoth
On the road
Rules of the road in Cyprus
- Drive on the left.
- Seatbelts mandatory; no phone use while driving.
- 0.05% alcohol limit; 0.02% for new drivers.
- Speed limits in km/h.
At the rental desk
Rental cars carry red 'Z' plates; an IDP helps non-EU drivers.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Cyprus with a foreign licence?
Yes, visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence in Cyprus; carry an IDP if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.
02
Which side of the road does Cyprus drive on?
Cyprus drives on the left.
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