Africa travel guide
Driving in Tunisia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Tunisia. Tunisia drives on the right and signs the 1968 Vienna Convention; an IDP is advised to translate non-Arabic licences for desks and police.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Tunisia
- Drive on the right.
- Toll motorway along the coast.
- Zero alcohol tolerance for driving.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Tunis desks request an IDP for non-Arabic, non-French licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Tunisia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Tunisia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Tunisia drive on?
Tunisia drives on the right.
100% money-back guarantee
Full refund if your permit is ever declined.
Unlimited replacements
Lost or damaged? Re-download or reprint, free.
24/7 support
Help before and during your trip, any hour.