Ireland

No, tourists do not need a separate license to drive a car in Ireland. They can use their valid driving license issued in their home country or an International Driving Permit (IDP) accompanied by their national driving license. However, it is important to check the specific regulations and requirements based on the country of origin.

• Speed limitations: The default speed limits in Ireland are 50 km/h in urban areas, 80 km/h on non-national roads, 100 km/h on national roads, and 120 km/h on motorways.
• Mobile phone use: It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving in Ireland, unless you have a hands-free system.
• Drunk driving: The legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in Ireland is 50 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood, or 22 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath. For learner drivers and professional drivers, the limit is lower at 20 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood, or 9 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath.
• Insurance: All drivers in Ireland are required to have a valid motor insurance policy to drive legally.
• Age limitations: The minimum age to hold a full driving license in Ireland is 18 years old for a car (B category) license. There are different age requirements for different types of vehicles and licenses.