Guide

Canada – Driving Licenses

For foreign nationals, driving legally in Canada is a matter governed at the provincial level rather than nationally — which means grace periods, licence exchange arrangements, and testing obligations all vary based on where you choose to settle. The majority

Caymans – Driving Licenses

Foreign nationals living in the Cayman Islands are permitted to drive on a valid licence issued by their home country for a limited time — up to six months if that country is a signatory to the Geneva, Vienna, or

Brazil – Driving Licenses

Visitors from abroad are permitted to drive in Brazil using a valid licence from their home country for a maximum of 180 days from the date they arrive, provided they carry their passport and either an International Driving Permit or

Brunei – Driving Licenses

Foreigners who wish to drive in Brunei must carry both a valid licence from their home country and an International Driving Permit (IDP). Together, these documents are recognised for a maximum of three months. Beyond that period — or immediately

Belize – Driving Licenses

Visitors from abroad can drive in Belize using their home country licence for a period of up to three months (90 days). Once this window closes, or as soon as you establish residency, you are required to obtain a Belizean

Bahrain – Driving Licenses

Foreign nationals living in Bahrain are permitted to drive using their valid home-country licence for a period of up to three months while visiting. Once residency is established, however, a Bahraini driving licence becomes mandatory — and for nationals of

Barbados – Driving Licenses

Foreign nationals who visit Barbados are free to drive using a valid licence from their home country — no extra permit is needed, as Visitor Driving Permits were abolished in October 2025. Those who settle in Barbados long-term, hold work

Belgium – Driving Licenses

Expats who want to drive in Belgium need to familiarise themselves with two separate sets of rules, depending on whether their licence was issued within or outside the EU/EEA. Those holding an EU/EEA licence can typically continue using it without

Bahamas – Driving Licenses

Visitors to the Bahamas who hold a valid foreign driving licence are permitted to drive for up to three months without needing local authorisation. Once that window closes — or from the moment you establish residency or take up employment

Argentina – Driving Licenses

Visitors to Argentina may drive using a valid licence from their home country, as long as it is recognised under applicable international conventions. Those who settle in Argentina as long-term residents are generally required to obtain an Argentine Licencia Nacional