Africa travel guide
Driving in Egypt with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Egypt commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. An IDP is commonly requested to drive in Egypt.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Egypt
- Dense, assertive urban traffic.
- Headlights used sparingly at night by locals — drive defensively.
- Checkpoints common between cities.
- Carry passport, licence and IDP.
At the rental desk
Requested at rental desks; many visitors hire a driver.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Egypt with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Egypt requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Egypt drive on?
Egypt drives on the right.
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