Car Hire Jersey - Driving in Jersey

Before you book your car hire in Jersey, why not read through our Jersey driving guide...

This simple island of Jersey has actually a lot to offer. It has relaxing coastal walks where you can lay down and have a picnic. Its golden beaches surrounded by world-class spas and accommodation. And if you go deeper in the island, you will be surprised to discover a whole new world of historical places, surfing sites, and wakeboarding. Exploring Jersey is best done by car, and with Car Hire 3000 you can book your car hire in Jersey in advance to be picked up on arrival in Jersey.

Speed Limits

The speed limit all throughout the island is 40 mph and 30 mph for urban areas. Go slower at 20 mph in most residential areas and built up areas. You should also keep your speed at 15 mph on green lanes.

Car Requirments & Policies

All vehicles should have appropriate child seats and you should always check the manufacturers instruction. It is prohibited by law to let children sit in front of the car. It is not recommended to let children in the front seat especially if it has fitted airbags.

Jersey has a strict policy on wearing seat belts. Children under three years old should have a proper child restraint if they are in the front or rear seat. For kids 3-11 years old adult seat belts may be worn if a child restraint is unavailable. And for children over 11 years old an appropriate adult seatbelt would do.

Driving under the influence of alcohol can cause accidents and you may face 3-7 years of imprisonment, so drink driving should never be done.

If you intend to be in Jersey for over a year, you should acquire a Jersey driving license as soon as possible. If your license has a provision for a reciprocal agreement with Jersey, then you can go to the nearest parish to exchange your original license to a Jersey license.

If you need more information on driving in Jersey you can call the Road Safety Officer of Jersey by dialing 01534612222.

Summary:

Seatbelts should always be worn
Children should sit in the back
Children under 4 should use a child seat
For safety reasons, you should never drink and drive

All information on this page is provided as a guide for our customers. It is intended as an overview of different driving rules, customs and points of interest in each country. It is not a comprehensive guide. Although we try to keep information on this page as accurate and up to date as possible, we cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. If you find any errors or there is anything you would like us to add, please contact us.

Driving in Jersey

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