Guadeloupe

🚗 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.

🚓 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 responsabilité civile).
  • Age limitations: The legal minimum driving age in Guadeloupe is 18 years for cars and motorcycles.