Drive on the left
Transport Malta's driving guidance states that vehicles are driven on the left side of the road.
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Driving in Malta: Road Rules, Licences and Safety Checks
Drivers in Malta use the left side of the road. Licence validity, vehicle obligations and overseas-licence rules depend on the driver and vehicle. Read the current Transport Malta information and Road Code before driving; this guide is a checklist, not a substitute for the law, insurer or rental terms.
Last checked: 15 August 2026. Rules, services, prices and timetables can change; confirm the relevant official source before acting.
Before driving in Malta
- Confirm that your licence is valid for your circumstances before you drive.
- Read the current Transport Malta Road Code and understand left-side driving.
- Check the vehicle's insurance, roadworthiness and rental or ownership documents.
- For a road incident or emergency, follow current official instructions and call 112 when there is an immediate emergency.
What to know before you act
Licence rules differ
The answer can depend on the issuing country, residence status and the type of licence.
Vehicle responsibilities are separate
Insurance, roadworthiness, registration and road-licence requirements are not replaced by having a driving licence.
Official sources to check
These links are the source of truth for current procedures, eligibility, amounts, deadlines and service changes.
- Transport Malta: Driving
Official driving, licence and vehicle-responsibility information. - Transport Malta: Road Code
Official current Road Code links.
Freshness policy: Recheck licence and Road Code information before travel, a licence exchange, a rental booking or any material change of residence.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of the road do people drive on in Malta?
Vehicles drive on the left. Read the current Road Code before driving.
Can I drive in Malta with my foreign licence?
Check Transport Malta's current rules for the issuing country and your residence situation before driving.
Is this enough to learn Malta road rules?
No. Use the official Road Code and seek professional advice for legal, insurance or licence questions.