International driving license – valid in Kiribati

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International driving license – valid in Kiribati

Instant Approval

Fast & Easy Process

Valid from 1 to 3 years

Drive Legally Overseas

Translated in 12 Languages

Recognized in over 150 countries

Worldwide Express Shipping​

Order my international driving permit now

Driving Rules in Kiribati

For driving in Kiribati, foreign visitors need a valid driver license issued by the country of their residence and an International driving license. Discover Kiribati and fall in love with its beauty. This nation is slowly sinking so go and visit now! Drive your own car for convenience and added safety. Be sure to check these reminders before heading out. Read the traffic rules to prepare for your trip.  

Important Reminders For driving in Kiribati:

• Traffic moves on the left side of the road.
• The minimum driving age is 17 years old and the minimum age to rent is 25 years old. 
• While driving, a driver and all passengers in the car must wear seat belts.
• Hands-free is a must. Keep your phones away unless they are hands-free.
• Drink responsibly. The legal alcohol limit is 80 mg per 100 ml of blood.   
• Speed limits in built up areas are 40 km/h on urban roads and 60 km/h for the rest.
• Be sure to have an early warning device, first aid kit in your car.
• Avoid driving at night in unknown areas.

Additional information for Driving in Kiribati:

Drivers should be careful when driving in Kiribati at night since no streetlights and visibility is poor. To rent a car in Kiribati, persons must be 21 years of age. The random breath testing and checkpoints by the police officers are legal. The penalty must be paid within 21 days of the date of the notice. If the penalty is not paid, and if the court finds the person guilty, the person will pay the amount of the penalty together with the administrative fee and court costs. In a case of an accident, a driver must give his name and address, the name and address of the vehicle’s owner and the vehicle’s registration number to other driver or other person involved in the crash. If anyone is killed or injured in the accident, the driver must give the required particulars to a police officer

Driving in Kiribati during winters:

There is no winter in Kiribati. Avoid traveling during the rainy season from February to May and September to November. Keep your emergency kit at all times.

Enjoy your stay and have a safe travel.