Egypt
🚗 Do tourists need a license to drive a car in Egypt?
No, tourists do not need a license to drive a car in Egypt.
🚓 Driver rules in Egypt
- Speed limitations: The general speed limit in populated areas is 50 km/h (31 mph) and 90 km/h (56 mph) on open roads. However, these limits can vary depending on specific road signs and conditions.
- Mobile Phones use: It is strictly prohibited to use a mobile phone while driving unless it is fitted with a hands-free system.
- Drunk driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Egypt. The legal blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.05%. Penalties for drunk driving can include fines, license suspension, and imprisonment.
- Insurance: All vehicles must have valid insurance coverage known as "compulsory motor liability insurance" in Egypt. This insurance provides coverage for third-party injuries or property damage.
- Age limitations: The legal minimum age to obtain a driving license in Egypt is 18 years old.