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Driving Differences: Georgia vs. Tanzania Explained

When it comes to navigating the roads of Georgia and Tanzania, diverse regulations and practices shape the driving experience. Key distinctions include driving sides, lane usage, and speed limits, underscoring the importance of familiarizing oneself with each country's unique requirements to ensure a secure journey abroad.

Lanes

Driving Side
georgia:
Right
tanzania:
Left
Markings: Solid Yellow Line
georgia:
Marks the left edge on divided roads.
tanzania:
Marks the right edge on divided roads.
Overtaking: On Left
georgia:
Yes
tanzania:
No
Overtaking: On Right
georgia:
Allowed on multi-lane roads or when the vehicle ahead is turning left.
tanzania:
Yes
Lane Usage: Slow Vehicles
georgia:
Use rightmost lane.
tanzania:
Use leftmost lane.
Bus Lanes: Markings
georgia:
Labeled 'BUS' or 'BUS ONLY'; often with road signs.
tanzania:
Labeled 'BUS' or 'DART'; often with road signs.
Cycle Lanes: Markings
georgia:
Bicycle symbols and colored pavement.
tanzania:
Bicycle symbols and dedicated lanes.
High- Occupancy Lanes: Presence
georgia:
Yes
tanzania:
No
High- Occupancy Lanes: Requirements
georgia:
Minimum two or three occupants
tanzania:
N/A
Variable Speed Limits: Presence
georgia:
Yes
tanzania:
No
Variable Speed Limits: Indications
georgia:
Electronic signs display current limits.
tanzania:
N/A

Speeds Limits

Urban Areas: Standard
georgia:
30-50 km/h
tanzania:
50 km/h
Urban Areas: Residential Zones
georgia:
20-40 km/h
tanzania:
30-50 km/h
Rural Areas: Cars And Motorcycles
georgia:
80-100 km/h
tanzania:
80 km/h
Rural Areas: Buses And Vans
georgia:
80-100 km/h
tanzania:
80 km/h
Highways: Cars And Motorcycles
georgia:
110-120 km/h
tanzania:
100 km/h
Highways: Buses And Vans
georgia:
100-110 km/h
tanzania:
80 km/h
Highways: Trucks And Trailers
georgia:
90-100 km/h
tanzania:
80 km/h
Variable Speed Limits: Presence
georgia:
Yes
tanzania:
No
Variable Speed Limits: Indications
georgia:
Electronic signs display current limits
tanzania:
N/A

Signals

Traffic Lights: Red And Amber Together
georgia:
Not used
tanzania:
Not used in Tanzania
Traffic Signs: Language
georgia:
Georgian; symbols are standard
tanzania:
English and Swahili; symbols are standard

Turns

Right Turn On Red
georgia:
Allowed unless prohibited by a sign
tanzania:
Not allowed
U- Turns Allowed
georgia:
Varies by location; check for signs
tanzania:
Allowed unless prohibited by signs

Documentation

Driver's License: Foreign: E U/ E E A
georgia:
Accepted for short visits; International Driving Permit recommended
tanzania:
Accepted for short visits with an International Driving Permit
Driver's License: Foreign: Non- E U
georgia:
Accepted for short visits; International Driving Permit recommended
tanzania:
Accepted for short visits with an International Driving Permit
Vehicle Inspection: Requirement
georgia:
Required; proof may be required
tanzania:
Required annually
Vehicle Inspection: Sticker
georgia:
Displayed on license plate or windshield
tanzania:
Displayed on windshield
Emergency Equipment: Reflective Vest
georgia:
Recommended
tanzania:
Mandatory

Road Etiquette

Use Of Horn: Cultural Norm
georgia:
Less frequent use compared to some countries
tanzania:
Moderate usage compared to some countries
Emergency Vehicles: Protocol
georgia:
Pull over to the right and stop if necessary
tanzania:
Pull over to the left and stop if necessary

Alcohol

Limits: General Drivers
georgia:
0.03%
tanzania:
0.08%
Limits: Professional Drivers
georgia:
0.00%
tanzania:
0.05%
Enforcement: Random Checks
georgia:
Common; checkpoints used frequently
tanzania:
Common
Enforcement: Fines
georgia:
Varies; can be substantial
tanzania:
Significant fines apply

Emergency Services

Contact: Roadside Assistance
georgia:
Check with your insurance provider or local services
tanzania:
Check with your insurance provider
Emergency Equipment: Reflective Vest
georgia:
Recommended
tanzania:
Mandatory

Penalties And Fines

Common Fines: Speeding
georgia:
Varies; 80 to 500 GEL
tanzania:
Varies; penalties can be severe
Common Fines: Alcohol
georgia:
Varies; substantial fines, possible jail time
tanzania:
Substantial fines, possible jail time
Common Fines: Seat Belts
georgia:
50 GEL
tanzania:
Fines apply
Common Fines: Phone Use
georgia:
10 GEL
tanzania:
Fines apply
Common Fines: Traffic Light Violation
georgia:
200 GEL
tanzania:
Penalties enforced
Payment: On The Spot
georgia:
Possible; but usually paid later
tanzania:
Common
Payment: Deadline
georgia:
Varies; typically within 30 days
tanzania:
Varies; typically 30 days to pay