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Hertz · Sierra Leone

Does Hertz require an IDP in Sierra Leone?

Yes, bring one
Sierra Leone legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter.
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Hertz in Sierra Leone
Hertz IDP policyRequired for foreign drivers
Hertz footprintGlobal
Accepted formatLocal rules
Minimum rental age18+ (surcharge under 25)
Drives on theRight

Hertz in Sierra Leone: the policy in plain terms

Requires an IDP for licences not printed in the Roman alphabet, and for non-EU renters in much of Europe. One of the largest global rental networks, operating in 150+ countries.

Sierra Leone drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and roads outside Freetown can be rough.

In Sierra Leone specifically, sierra Leone legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter. Freetown desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised in the rains.

Hertz runs a global network; at its Sierra Leone desks, foreign renters are asked for the Local rules-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Sierra Leone drives on the right, uses the SLE, and sets a minimum driving age of 18, so an IDP is the document that removes any doubt at the counter.

What to bring to the Hertz counter in Sierra Leone

  • Your original national driving licence (the IDP never replaces it).
  • Your International Driving Permit in the Local rules format.
  • Your passport and a payment card in the main driver's name.
  • Local payment for the SLE deposit; Sierra Leone drives on the right with a young-driver surcharge under 25.

Driving rules in Sierra Leone Hertz renters should know

  • Drive on the right.
  • Poor roads in the rainy season.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit.
  • Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

Common questions

01
Do I need an IDP to rent from Hertz in Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the Hertz desk in Sierra Leone?
Bring your original national driving licence, your International Driving Permit in the Local rules format, your passport, and the payment card in the main driver's name. Sierra Leone drives on the right and the minimum rental age is typically 18+.
03
What is Hertz's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP for licences not printed in the Roman alphabet, and for non-EU renters in much of Europe. One of the largest global rental networks, operating in 150+ countries.
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