Africa travel guide
Driving in Zambia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Zambia. Zambia drives on the left and signs the 1968 Vienna Convention; an IDP is advised if your licence is not in English.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Zambia
- Drive on the left.
- Reflective triangles required for breakdowns.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Long distances between fuel stops.
At the rental desk
Lusaka desks request an IDP for non-English licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Zambia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Zambia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Zambia drive on?
Zambia drives on the left.
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