Namibia rules and regulations
Road rules
- Vehicles drive on the left hand side of the road
- A maximum speed limit of 80kmh on gravel roads and 120kmh on tarmac roads
- Headlights should be switched on at dawn, just before sunrise and may be switched off at full light of day
- Lights must be switched on at dusk, just before sunset and must remain on during night driving
- Lights must be switched on when driving in dust
- A recommended safe following distance from the vehicle in front is the distance of approximately 4 average sized vehicles
- Always have your driving licence with you whilst driving and it is compulsory to carry a translation if your driving licence is not in english
- On a one-way road you may drive on the left and right side of the road
- A Traffic Officer’s instructions always takes precedence over a road sign or rule of the road
- You may not stop on freeways/highways unless you are instructed to do so by a Traffic Officer or for reasons beyond your control
- Where a road is divided by a painted or physical barrier, always stay on the left of the division. Cross this type of division only at an opening or space specifically indicated for this purpose
- At a roundabout you must give way to all traffic approaching from the right, unless there is a road sign or traffic officer instructing otherwise
Driving regulations
- Minimum age for rental:
- 21 years of age
- Restrictions apply on vehicle types booked for renters aged 21-23
- Driving Licence:
- Valid full driving licence provided it bears the photograph and signature of the holder and is printed in English