Complete Guide to Renting a Car and Driving on the Left in Northern Cyprus
Everything you need to know about left-hand traffic, right-hand drive vehicles, official Red Rental Plates, and roundabout priority rules in Northern Cyprus.
1. Driving on the Left in Northern Cyprus
In the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), traffic flows on the left-hand side of the road and vehicles are right-hand drive. Choosing an automatic transmission rental car makes adapting effortless within your first 15 minutes from Ercan Airport.
2. What Are Official Red Plates (Z-Plates)?
By law, all licensed rental vehicles in Northern Cyprus carry bright red registration plates starting with the letter "Z". This immediately signals to local drivers that you are a visitor and ensures your vehicle is covered by commercial rental insurance.
3. Roundabout Priority Rules
At roundabouts, always give way to traffic coming from your right (vehicles already inside the roundabout) and circulate clockwise.
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