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Croatia
Documentation
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Proof of ID (Passport)
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Full, valid driving licence* (Both Parts)
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Proof of Insurance (third party or above)
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Insurance Green Card
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Proof of ownership (V5C Certificate)
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IDP - International Driving Permit
Personal & Vehicle Requirements
Equipment
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Helmet
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GB Sticker
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Headlamp beam deflectors
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Spare Bulbs
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First aid Kit
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Reflective jacket
Driving License
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You must be 18 or over to drive a private vehicle
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Driving licences (Photocard) issued in EU and EEA countries are accepted
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IDP - International Driving Permit is accepted
Rules of the Road
Driving & Overtaking
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Drive on the right and overtake on the left
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Use dipped headlights at all times
Priority
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Where no signs are used vehicles must give way to vehicles approaching from the right, otherwise obey road signs
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Emergency vehicles (police, ambulance, army vehicles, etc.) have priority over other road users when using flashing lights and a siren
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Vehicles on rails have priority even if approaching from the left
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Cars coming onto a roundabout have right of way
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School buses and public transport have right of way when pulling out
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In mountainous areas you have right of way driving uphill
Warning of Approach
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The use of the horn is only allowed in case of emergency, in order to avoid an accident
Speed Limits
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Built up areas
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Local Roads
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Intercity Roads
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Motorways
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50
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80
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100
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130
Driving Penalties
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The police can issue on the spot finess
Identifying Speed Camera Locations
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A car navigation system with maps indicating the location of fixed speed cameras is permitted, but equipment which actively searches for speed cameras or interferes with police equipment is prohibited.
Parking Regulations
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Parking is prohibited where it may obstruct other vehicles
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In one way streets parking is only on the left
Parking Fines Enforcement
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Parking fines
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Wheel clamps may be used
Traffic Lights
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The international three colour system is used
Drink & Drugs
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The legal limit is 0.00%
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Random breath tests are conducted
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If positive the rider will undergo a blood test
Road Conditions & Tolls
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The roads are generally in good condition
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Never go off-road in rural areas as there is a high risk of landmines
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There have been reports of gangs pulling over at the side of the road and pretending to be in trouble, then robbing those who stop to help them
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There are Toll roads
Fuel
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Most petrol stations are open from 0700 – 2000
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Credit Cards are accepted
Emergencies
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In case of breakdown or accident, drivers must use a warning triangle or hazard lights and stay close to the vehicle
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