Niger

🚗 Do tourists need a license to drive a car in Niger?

Yes, tourists need a license to drive a car in Niger.

🚓 Driver rules in Niger

Driver rules in Niger include:

  • Speed limitations: The general speed limit in urban areas is 40 km/h, and it can be reduced to 20 km/h in certain areas. On rural roads, the limit is 90 km/h, and on highways, it is 110 km/h.
  • Mobile phones use: The use of mobile phones while driving is strictly prohibited, unless it is done with a hands-free device.
  • Drunk driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.02%. Violating this law can lead to severe penalties.
  • Insurance: All drivers are required to have a valid third-party liability insurance policy.
  • Age limitations: The legal driving age in Niger is 18 years old. Drivers must be at least 18 years old to obtain a driver's license.