Africa travel guide
Driving in Djibouti with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Djibouti commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Djibouti drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your national licence for its hot, sparsely roaded terrain.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Djibouti
- Drive on the right.
- Extreme heat — carry water.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Djibouti City desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised for desert routes.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Djibouti with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Djibouti requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Djibouti drive on?
Djibouti drives on the right.
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