International Driving Permit for Bermuda
Bermuda drives on the left, but the bigger surprise for visitors is that tourists are not allowed to rent or drive ordinary cars at all. Instead, getting around independently means hiring a scooter or a small two-seat electric minicar, with public transport and taxis filling the gaps. A strict islandwide speed limit and narrow, winding roads keep the pace slow.
Do you need an IDP to drive in Bermuda?
Visitors generally cannot rent or drive a standard car in Bermuda regardless of licence, so an IDP is of limited use beyond renting the small electric vehicles or scooters that tourists are permitted.
Quick facts
- Driving side
- Left
- Minimum driving age
- 17 years
- Region
- Americas
- IDP
- Useful
Local languages: English
Driving in Bermuda: key facts
- Driving is on the left, and the maximum speed limit across the entire island is just 35 km/h (about 20 mph).
- Tourists may not rent standard cars; instead they can hire scooters or compact two-seat electric microcars known as minicars.
- Helmets are mandatory for scooter and moped riders, and Bermuda's roads are narrow, hilly, and often hugged by stone walls.
How to get your IDP for Bermuda
Getting your International Driving Permit for Bermuda takes only a few minutes:
- 1Apply online
Complete a short application in about 2 minutes — no paperwork or appointments.
- 2Upload your documents
Add a photo of your national driving licence and a passport-style photo.
- 3Get your IDP instantly
Receive your digital International Driving Permit by email, ready to use in Bermuda.
Frequently asked questions about driving in Bermuda
Do I need an IDP to drive in Bermuda?
An IDP has little practical value in Bermuda because visitors cannot rent standard cars; for the scooters and minicars tourists are allowed, the rental firm handles the paperwork and you simply show a valid driving licence.
Can I rent a car in Bermuda with a foreign licence?
No, visitors cannot rent ordinary cars in Bermuda; tourists may only hire scooters, mopeds, or small electric minicars.
What side of the road does Bermuda drive on?
Bermuda drives on the left-hand side of the road, a legacy of its status as a British Overseas Territory.
What is the minimum age to rent a scooter or minicar in Bermuda?
The minimum driving age is 17, but scooter and minicar rental operators typically require renters to be at least 18, and sometimes older.
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