Africa travel guide
Driving in Lesotho with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Lesotho commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Lesotho drives on the left through high mountain passes; an IDP is advised if your licence is not in English, and a 4x4 helps in winter.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Lesotho
- Drive on the left.
- Snow and ice on high passes in winter.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Watch for livestock and pedestrians.
At the rental desk
Cars are often rented in South Africa; an IDP helps non-English drivers.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Lesotho with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Lesotho requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Lesotho drive on?
Lesotho drives on the left.
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