Guadeloupe
π Do tourists need a license to drive a car in Guadeloupe?
Yes, tourists need a valid international driving permit (IDP) along with their original driver's license to drive a car in Guadeloupe.
π Driver rules in Guadeloupe
The driver rules in Guadeloupe include the following:
- Speed limitations: The general speed limits are 50 km/h (31 mph) in urban areas, 90 km/h (56 mph) on main roads, and 110 km/h (68 mph) on highways.
- Mobile Phones use: It is forbidden to use a mobile phone while driving, unless you have a hands-free system.
- Drunk driving: The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.05%. Penalties for drunk driving can range from fines to imprisonment.
- Insurance: All vehicles in Guadeloupe must have liability insurance (assurance responsabilitΓ© civile).
- Age limitations: The legal minimum driving age in Guadeloupe is 18 years for cars and motorcycles.