Africa travel guide
Driving in Ivory Coast with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Ivory Coast commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Côte d'Ivoire drives on the right; an IDP is advised with your national licence for Abidjan's lively traffic.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Ivory Coast
- Drive on the right.
- Toll motorway between Abidjan and Yamoussoukro.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Abidjan desks request an IDP for non-French licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Ivory Coast with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Ivory Coast requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Ivory Coast drive on?
Ivory Coast drives on the right.
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