Latvia rules and regulations
Road rules
- Vehicles drive on the right hand side of the road
- In towns it is forbidden to overtake stationary trams (allowing passengers to alight in safety)
- Headlights must be used at all times
- Violation of traffic rules is common and it is not unusual to be overtaken by other automobiles, travelling at high speed, even in crowded urban areas
- Drivers must give way to pedestrians even at marked intersections
- During winter, most major roads are cleared of snow but drivers should be alert for fog, snow, and ice while driving
Driving regulations
- Minimum age for rental:
- 21 years of age
- 21 years of age
- Driving Licence:
- International Driving Permit