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Can you use a foreign driving licence in Senegal? This article covers the international driving permit Senegal, licence exchange in Senegal for residents and car rental.
Tourists: using a foreign driving licence in Senegal
For a short stay, a valid national licence generally allows you to drive. For example, the Guide du Routard states that the French category B licence is enough. Therefore, a tourist can use a foreign driving licence in Senegal during the trip.
Do you need an international driving permit to drive in Senegal?
The international driving permit Senegal is still recommended for a stay of more than three months. Moreover, it supplements your foreign driving licence in Senegal when crossing neighbouring countries. Consequently, apply for your international driving permit Senegal before departure, in your home country.
Residents: licence exchange in Senegal
Moving to the country? In that case, licence exchange in Senegal becomes compulsory. According to Au-Sénégal, resident foreigners have one year to complete this procedure. Indeed, some countries have a conversion agreement, such as France, Belgium or Morocco. Conversely, without an agreement, you must retake the test.
Therefore, licence exchange in Senegal requires several documents, including a medical certificate and a certificate of residence. Before driving in Senegal with your licence, always check the up-to-date rules with the Senegalese authorities or your embassy.
Renting a car with STS as a tourist
At STS, we accept foreign licences. Indeed, you only need to be at least 20 years old, hold a valid licence and have an ID card or passport. Therefore, your foreign driving licence in Senegal is enough to rent from us. See the list of documents.
Our practical tips
- First, keep your original licence with you, not just a copy.
- Then, also carry your passport during police checks.
- Finally, before driving in Senegal with a foreign licence, read our tips.
For the road, see our driving tips. Have a question? In that case, contact us or write to us on WhatsApp at +221 77 537 28 93. Our team replies quickly.
