Georgia

No, tourists do not need a license to drive a car in Georgia. However, they must have a valid driver's license issued by their own country or an International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to rent and drive a car in Georgia.

• Tourists do not need a separate license to drive in Georgia.
• They can use their valid driver's license from their home country.
• An International Driving Permit (IDP) is also accepted in Georgia.
• Having a valid IDP can be beneficial for language ease and identification purposes.

- Speed limitations:

• Posted Speed Limits: Drivers must not exceed the speed limits posted on Georgia roads and highways.
• Rural Interstates: The maximum speed limit is 70 mph.
• Urban Interstates: The maximum speed limit is 55 mph.
• Other Roads: The maximum speed limit on other roads varies between 55 mph and 70 mph.

- Mobile Phones use:

• Handheld ban: It is illegal to use a handheld mobile phone while driving in Georgia.
• Hands-free use: Drivers over the age of 18 are allowed to use hands-free devices (e.g., Bluetooth) while driving.

- Drunk driving:

• Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limit: The legal limit for drivers over the age of 21 is 0.08%. For drivers under 21, the BAC limit is 0.02%.
• Open Container Law: It is illegal to possess an open alcoholic beverage container inside a vehicle while on the road, even if the driver is not consuming the alcohol.
• Implied Consent Law: By operating a vehicle in Georgia, drivers give their consent to chemical testing for alcohol and drugs if requested by a law enforcement officer.

- Insurance:

• Liability Insurance: All drivers in Georgia are required to have minimum liability insurance coverage. The minimum requirements are $25,000 per person for bodily injury, $50,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage.
• Proof of Insurance: Drivers are required to carry proof of insurance and present it upon request by law enforcement.

- Age limitations:

• Driver's License: The minimum age to obtain a regular driver's license in Georgia is 16 years old.
• Intermediate License: A driver can obtain an intermediate license at the age of 16. It has certain restrictions, such as curfew and passenger limitations.
• Learner's Permit: The minimum age for a learner's permit is 15 years old. This allows individuals to practice driving under certain conditions.