Africa travel guide
Driving in Gabon with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Gabon commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Gabon drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your national licence, and rainforest roads can be muddy and slow.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Gabon
- Drive on the right.
- Wet, slippery roads in the rainy season.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Libreville desks request an IDP for non-French licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Gabon with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Gabon requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Gabon drive on?
Gabon drives on the right.
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