Central America travel guide
Driving in Nicaragua with a foreign licence
IDP recommended
You can drive in Nicaragua on a valid foreign licence; an IDP is recommended. Nicaragua drives on the right and accepts a valid foreign licence for short stays; an IDP is advised for non-Latin-script holders.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededRecommended
Minimum age21+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Nicaragua
- Drive on the right.
- Avoid night driving on rural roads.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Watch for carts and livestock.
At the rental desk
Managua desks accept many licences; an IDP helps non-Latin scripts.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Nicaragua with a foreign licence?
Yes, visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence in Nicaragua; carry an IDP if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.
02
Which side of the road does Nicaragua drive on?
Nicaragua drives on the right.
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