Oceania travel guide
Driving in Samoa with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Samoa commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Samoa switched to driving on the left in 2009; an IDP is advised with your home licence, and a local temporary permit may be required.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Samoa
- Drive on the left (since 2009).
- Low speed limits in villages.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Watch for pedestrians and pigs on roads.
At the rental desk
Apia desks may issue a local temporary permit; an IDP helps.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Samoa with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Samoa requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Samoa drive on?
Samoa drives on the left.
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