Destinations / Grenada
Driving in Grenada as a visitor
Yes, and a local permit too. Grenada drives on the left and requires visitors to buy a local temporary permit, arranged through the rental company or police.
Reviewed July 2026 · A translation of your own licence, carried with it. Not a government permit.
What Grenada expects
| Driving document | Depends on licence issuer, script and rental policy |
|---|---|
| Convention format | Local rules |
| Valid for | Not recognised |
| Drives on the | Left |
| Emergency number | 911 |
| Top speed limit | 40 mph open roads |
What the rental desk will ask you for
| Your own licence | The original card. A photo of it, or a photocopy, gets turned away. |
|---|---|
| Licence translation | Check the desk policy for your issuing country and licence script. A translation accompanies the licence and never replaces an official permit. |
| Booklet format they know | Local rules |
| Minimum age | 18. Under 25 usually pays a young-driver surcharge. |
| Deposit | A credit card in the driver's name. The hold is taken in XCD. |
Rules that catch visitors out
| Documents | Buy a local driving permit. |
|---|---|
| Roads | Narrow, steep roads. |
| Alcohol | 0.08% alcohol limit. |
On the road in Grenada
At the pump
Stations (Sol, Rubis) are attendant-served and sell unleaded petrol and diesel by the imperial gallon, with cash preferred; fill up before heading into rural parishes as stations are sparse.
After a crash
Dial 911 for police and ambulance; do not move the vehicles, wait for police to attend, and obtain a police report, which is required for any insurance claim.
Sources: islandmotors.com · jandbautorentals.com · doveautosolutions.com · internationaldrivingauthority.com
Common questions
Do you need an International Driving Permit in Grenada?
Yes, and a local permit too. Grenada drives on the left and requires visitors to buy a local temporary permit, arranged through the rental company or police.
Which translation format is used for Grenada?
Grenada uses the Local rules convention format. A Vialy translation is prepared in that format but is not a government-issued permit.
Will a rental desk in Grenada ask for a translation?
A local temporary permit is required; rental desks help arrange it.
How fast can Vialy prepare one for Grenada?
The exact delivery moment is quoted before you pay, 30 minutes as standard and 5 with Express.
Also in North America
Driving on to another country on the same trip? Each page states what that destination expects.