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Croatia rules and regulations

Road rules
  • Vehicles drive on the right hand side of the road 
  • Vehicles entering a roundabout have right of way 
  • School buses and public transport have right of way when they are leaving a public stop 
  • It is illegal to drive on tram lines 
  • Motor vehicles are required to stop to let passengers on and off buses 
  • Use of the horn is permitted only in cases of immediate and extreme danger 
  • Speed limits are strict and radar traps are often set up to catch speeding motorists 
  • Headlights must be used at all times by law 
  • On mountain roads ascending vehicles have priority
Driving regulations
  1. Minimum age for rental:
    • 21 years of age
    • Restrictions apply on certain vehicle groups booked for renters aged 19-24
  2. Driving Licence:
    • Valid Full Driving Licence
    • Non-Europeans must carry an International Driving Permit

Travel tips

School buses and public transport have right of way in Croatia when they are leaving a public stop and it is illegal to drive on tram lines.

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