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