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Latvia
- International Driving License is recognized.
- Latvia is a right-hand drive country.
- The minimum driving age in Latvia is 18 years.
- Car rental is available for the persons who are already 21 having a 1+ year driving experience.
- The following speed limits apply to the vehicles in Latvia: 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on open roads, 110 km/h on highways. If your driving experience is less than 2 years, it is not allowed to drive at a speed above 80 km/h.
- Hands free is a must.
- In the daytime, please keep your dipped headlights on.
- If you are going to visit Latvia, please make sure you have got a warning triangle, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and spare bulbs.
- Seat belt is a must for front and rear seat passengers.
- To transport in the front seat children under the age of 12 or those with height less than 150 cm, please purchase an appropriate child restraint.
- The maximum permitted drink drive limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood for those who have 2+ years driving experience. For those who have lesser experience, the limit is 20 mg per 100 ml of blood.
- In some zones, parking is done through "Pay and Display". You should display a parking receipt paid via a parking meter.
- Winter tires are obligatory from the 1st of December until the 1st of March.
- Safety camera warning devices are illegal.
- There are no toll roads in Latvia.
