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DrivingAustralia

What travelers need to know about driving in Australia. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Driving in Australia: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Driving under the influence of alcohol can result in jail time in Australia, and random roadside breath testing is common.

Jail time for DUI.

§ US State Dept — Australia
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