Grenada Driving Permit: Everything Visitors Need to Know

The Grenada driving permit is a legal requirement for all foreign visitors who wish to drive on the island. Without a valid Grenada driving permit, you are not legally allowed to drive, regardless of your home country licence. Safe Wheels Auto Rentals arranges the Grenada driving permit for every customer as part of the rental booking — no separate trips required.

What Is the Grenada Driving Permit?

The Grenada driving permit — officially the Visitor’s Driving Permit — is issued by the Grenada Transport Board. It authorises a foreign national to drive on Grenada’s public roads and must be carried at all times. It is used in addition to, not instead of, your home country driving licence.

Grenada Driving Permit Cost

The Grenada driving permit costs EC$60 (approximately USD $22). It is valid for 90 days from the date of issue, covering most holiday stays and even multiple visits within the same window.

How to Get a Grenada Driving Permit

Through Your Car Rental Company

The easiest way to get your Grenada driving permit is through Safe Wheels Auto Rentals. We arrange it as part of every booking. Present your licence and passport, pay EC$60, and we handle the rest. No queuing at government offices.

Directly from the Grenada Transport Board

The Transport Board office in St. George’s issues driving permits directly for those who have arranged private vehicle rental.

Documents Required for Grenada Driving Permit

Valid home country driving licence

Passport

Payment of EC$60

Licences from the UK, USA, Canada, all EU countries, and most Caribbean nations are accepted.

Do You Need an IDP for Grenada?

No. Grenada does not require an International Driving Permit. Your home licence plus the Grenada driving permit is all you need.

Grenada Driving Rules

Drive on the left — British road rules apply

Speed limit built-up areas: 40 km/h

Speed limit open roads: 60 km/h

Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants

No mobile phone use unless fully hands-free

For official Grenada driving regulations, visit the Grenada Tourism Authority.

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Grenada Driving Permit: Common Questions Answered

The Grenada driving permit process raises several questions from first-time visitors to the island. Here are the most common. Can I drive in Grenada with just my UK licence? No — you need the Grenada driving permit in addition to your UK licence. Can I drive in Grenada with just my US licence? No — same applies for all international licences. Can I get the Grenada driving permit at the airport? The most convenient way is to arrange it through your car rental company, which Safe Wheels Auto Rentals does for every customer. What if I lose my Grenada driving permit during my stay? Contact the Grenada Transport Board in St. George’s to arrange a replacement. Is the Grenada driving permit valid for Carriacou and Petit Martinique? Yes — the same permit covers all of Grenada’s islands. Can holders of a CARICOM driving licence use it without a permit? Visitors from CARICOM member states holding a valid CARICOM licence do not need to purchase a separate Grenada driving permit. Does the Grenada driving permit cover rental vehicles only? No — it covers any vehicle you drive legally in Grenada, including privately borrowed vehicles. What is the penalty for driving without a Grenada driving permit? You risk a fine if stopped by police without your Grenada driving permit. Always carry it when driving.