Africa travel guide
Driving in Eswatini with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Eswatini commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Eswatini drives on the left; an IDP is advised if your licence is not in English, and roads are generally good between towns.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Eswatini
- Drive on the left.
- Watch for livestock on rural roads.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
At the rental desk
Desks request an IDP for non-English licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Eswatini with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Eswatini requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Eswatini drive on?
Eswatini drives on the left.
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