Oceania travel guide
Driving in Papua New Guinea with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Papua New Guinea. Papua New Guinea drives on the left; an IDP is advised with your home licence, and rugged terrain means many roads need a 4x4.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Papua New Guinea
- Drive on the left.
- Rough, mountainous roads.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Port Moresby desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised for the highlands.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Papua New Guinea with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Papua New Guinea requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Papua New Guinea drive on?
Papua New Guinea drives on the left.
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