Oceania travel guide
Driving in Tuvalu with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Tuvalu commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Tuvalu drives on the left on its tiny atolls; an IDP is advised with your home licence, though motorbikes outnumber cars.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Tuvalu
- Drive on the left.
- Very low speed limits on the airstrip road.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Motorbikes are the main vehicle.
At the rental desk
Rental is minimal on Funafuti; an IDP and passport advised.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Tuvalu with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Tuvalu requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Tuvalu drive on?
Tuvalu drives on the left.
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