Africa travel guide
Driving in Tanzania with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Tanzania commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Tanzania drives on the left; an IDP is advised if your licence is not in English, and self-drive safaris need a sturdy 4x4.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Tanzania
- Drive on the left.
- Wildlife and pedestrians on roads.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Police speed checks are routine.
At the rental desk
Dar es Salaam and Arusha desks request an IDP for non-English licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Tanzania with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Tanzania requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Tanzania drive on?
Tanzania drives on the left.
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