Africa travel guide
Driving in Mali with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Mali commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Mali drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and desert routes need a well-equipped 4x4.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Mali
- Drive on the right.
- Sandy, remote desert roads.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Bamako desks request an IDP; 4x4 essential outside cities.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Mali with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Mali requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Mali drive on?
Mali drives on the right.
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