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Does National require an IDP in Seychelles?

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Seychelles lets visitors drive on a valid foreign licence, but National still requires an IDP if your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet — and it removes any doubt at the counter.
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National in Seychelles
National IDP policyRequired for non-Roman-alphabet licences
National footprintGlobal
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Minimum rental age18+ (surcharge under 25)
Drives on theLeft

National in Seychelles: the policy in plain terms

Requires an IDP for non-Latin-alphabet licences and where local regulations require it. Business-traveller brand known for Emerald Aisle.

The Seychelles drive on the left; visitors can use a valid licence for short stays, with an IDP advised for non-Latin-script holders.

In Seychelles specifically, seychelles lets visitors drive on a valid foreign licence, but National still requires an IDP if your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet — and it removes any doubt at the counter. Mahé desks accept many foreign licences; an IDP helps non-Latin scripts.

National runs a global network; at its Seychelles desks, foreign renters are asked for the 1968 Vienna-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Seychelles drives on the left, uses the SCR, and sets a minimum driving age of 18; an IDP is still the safest way to avoid a refused booking.

What to bring to the National counter in Seychelles

  • Your original national driving licence (the IDP never replaces it).
  • Your International Driving Permit in the 1968 Vienna format.
  • Your passport and a payment card in the main driver's name.
  • Local payment for the SCR deposit; Seychelles drives on the left with a young-driver surcharge under 25.

Driving rules in Seychelles National renters should know

  • Drive on the left.
  • Narrow, hilly roads on Mahé and Praslin.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit.
  • Seatbelts mandatory.

Common questions

01
Do I need an IDP to rent from National in Seychelles?
Seychelles lets visitors drive on a valid foreign licence, but National still requires an IDP if your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet — and it removes any doubt at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the National desk in Seychelles?
Bring your original national driving licence, your International Driving Permit in the 1968 Vienna format, your passport, and the payment card in the main driver's name. Seychelles drives on the left and the minimum rental age is typically 18+.
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What is National's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP for non-Latin-alphabet licences and where local regulations require it. Business-traveller brand known for Emerald Aisle.
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