Africa travel guide
Driving in Sierra Leone with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Sierra Leone commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Sierra Leone drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and roads outside Freetown can be rough.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Sierra Leone
- Drive on the right.
- Poor roads in the rainy season.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Freetown desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised in the rains.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Sierra Leone with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Sierra Leone requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Sierra Leone drive on?
Sierra Leone drives on the right.
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