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A driving license has an absolutely different design and form depending on the country, its national language, and the region or state where it was issued. When travelling abroad you may find out that your domestic driving license fails to meet standards and is considered invalid. This would be an unpleasant surprise for you but you can avoid it by using to our services.

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Curacao
American Samoa
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Burundi
Cameroon
Canada
Caribbean Netherlands
Cayman Islands
China
Cook Islands
Cyprus
Dominica
Eswatini
Ethiopia
Falkland Islands
Fiji
French Southern and Antarctic Lands
Gambia
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greenland
Grenada
Guam
Guernsey
Guyana
Honduras
Hong Kong
India
Ireland
Israel
Jamaica
Jersey
Kenya
Kiribati
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Malawi
Malaysia
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Micronesia
Montserrat
Namibia

The research was last conducted in March 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.
  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • Namibia succeeded to the Geneva, 19 September 1949 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic on 13 October 1993 (d). [1]
    • Namibia is not a party to the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic. [2]
  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Namibia recognizes International Driving Permits (IDPs) issued under the 1-year validity of the 1949 Convention. [3]

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • Non-residents:
      - The driving licence requirements in Namibia state that you must have a full driving licence that is valid in your country of residence. An international driver's licence is also required if your driving licence is not in English. [4]
      - The exact period is not specified in official sources. [4]
    • Residents:
      - Individuals who have obtained residency in Namibia are required to obtain a Namibian driving license. The process may involve converting the foreign license or applying for a new one, subject to the regulations set by the Namibian traffic authorities. [4]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsV.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11
  2. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsIII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit
  4. https://www.namibiaembassy.be/driving.html

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Driving tips for Namibia:

  • Namibia is a left-hand drive country.
  • Seat belt is a must.
  • The maximum allowed drink drive limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • The maximum allowed speed limit on public roads is 80 km/h, 120 km/h on highways and 60 km/h in residential areas.
  • Avoid driving at night.
  • We recommend you to drive with dipped headlights all day long since the roads in Namibia are covered with dust.
  • The minimum rental age is 23.
  • Be careful driving on the gravel road.
  • If you see red and white road markings, that means you are not allowed to park here. If you want to park your car for a while, look for the yellow and white road markings.
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Nauru
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nigeria
Niue
Northern Cyprus
Northern Mariana Islands
Pakistan
Palau
Palestine Autonomous
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Puerto Rico
Rwanda
Saint Martin
Samoa
San Marino
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Sint Maarten
Solomon Islands
Somaliland
South Africa

The research was last conducted in March 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.
  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • South Africa signed the Geneva, 19 September 1949 Convention on Road Traffic on 19 September 1949 and acceded to it on 9 July 1952 (a). [1]
    • South Africa acceded to the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic on 1 November 1977 (a). [2]
  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    South Africa recognizes International Driving Permits (IDPs) issued under both the 1-year (1949 Convention) and the 3-year (1968 Convention). [3]

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • Non-residents:
      - The foreign driver's license will remain valid until an individual has been permanently resident in South Africa for a continuous period of 1 year. [4]
    • Residents:
      - Once one has been granted permanent residency in South Africa, the person will need to convert their foreign license within 5 years. [4]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsV.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11
  2. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit
  4. https://frenchside.co.za/south-african-driving-regulations-for-foreigners/

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Driving tips for South Africa:

  • Driving in South Africa is on the left side of the road.
  • Seat belt is a must.
  • The maximum permitted speed limit in urban areas is 60 km/h, 100 km/h in rural areas and 120 km/h on highways.
  • The maximum allowed drink drive limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • The minimum driving age is 18.
  • The third-party insurance is mandatory.
  • Child-restraints are mandatory.
  • Keep in mind that you should give way to the first car that arrives at the junction.
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South Sudan
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent
Sudan
Tanzania
Tokelau Islands
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos Islands
Tuvalu
US Virgin Islands
Uganda
United Kingdom
United States of America
Vanuatu
Zambia
Zimbabwe

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You need to fill out a simple application form and apply online if you want to get the International Driving Permit (IDP). We need only to obtain some personal information: your domestic driving license ID, your personal info, your address and a photo of you.

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