Jersey

No, tourists do not need a license to drive a car in Jersey.

Driver rules in Jersey:

• Speed limitations: The speed limits in Jersey are as follows:
  • 40 mph (64 km/h) maximum on all roads, unless otherwise indicated
  • 20 mph (32 km/h) maximum in designated residential areas
  • 15 mph (24 km/h) maximum in designated pedestrian zones
  • 10 mph (16 km/h) maximum in designated shared space zones
• Mobile phone use: The use of handheld mobile phones while driving is strictly prohibited in Jersey. This includes making or receiving phone calls, texting, or using any other functions of the phone while operating a vehicle.
• Drunk driving: The legal alcohol limit for drivers in Jersey is 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 milliliters of breath, or 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood. It is illegal to drive a vehicle if you exceed these limits.
• Insurance: All drivers in Jersey are required to have a valid motor insurance policy that meets the minimum legal requirements.
• Age limitations: The minimum age to drive a car in Jersey is 17 years old. However, drivers aged 16 can apply for special learner permits to drive cars in certain circumstances.