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Driving is on the left side of the road.

All Montego Bay Airport rental cars are automatic transmission.

Your local drivers' licence is required.

An International Drivers' Permit (or IDP) may be required, especially if your local drivers' licence is in a language other than the local language (you may inquire when you pick up your car).

Montego Bay Driving Stress Level: 7/10

When driving around Montego Bay you will find that the locals drive with a total disregard for others on the roads. Therefore, when hiring a car at Sangster Airport, it really is advisable to pay for the maximum insurance available, in case of an accident. Avoid driving in the city centre if possible and stick to the more scenic roads around the island, which include a number of winding mountain roads.

 

Parking can be difficult in the very centre of Montego Bay, due to lack of spaces and busy streets. However, many hotels do now offer their own car parks or are located close to private parking lots. Outside of the city, plenty of open-air car parks and places to park are close to the beaches and most popular attractions on Jamaica.

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