Africa travel guide
Driving in Liberia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Liberia. Liberia drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and unpaved roads are common outside Monrovia.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Liberia
- Drive on the right.
- Muddy roads in the rainy season.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Monrovia desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised in the rainy season.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Liberia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Liberia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Liberia drive on?
Liberia drives on the right.
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