North America travel guide
Driving in Saint Lucia with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Saint Lucia commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Saint Lucia drives on the left and requires visitors to buy a temporary driving permit, typically arranged at the rental desk.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Saint Lucia
- Drive on the left.
- Buy a temporary driving permit.
- Steep, winding mountain roads.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
At the rental desk
A local temporary permit is issued at the desk; an IDP helps.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Saint Lucia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Saint Lucia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Saint Lucia drive on?
Saint Lucia drives on the left.
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