Africa travel guide
Driving in Mauritius with a foreign licence
IDP recommended
You can drive in Mauritius on a valid foreign licence; an IDP is recommended. Mauritius drives on the left; visitors can use a valid licence for short stays, with an IDP advised for non-Latin-script holders.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededRecommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Mauritius
- Drive on the left.
- Narrow roads and frequent roundabouts.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
At the rental desk
Desks accept many foreign licences; an IDP helps non-Latin-script drivers.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Mauritius with a foreign licence?
Yes, visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence in Mauritius; carry an IDP if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.
02
Which side of the road does Mauritius drive on?
Mauritius drives on the left.
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