Saint Pierre and Miquelon 2026 — Right-Hand Roads, Dial 112

Despite sitting just off the Canadian coast, Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses the French emergency numbers, not 911: dial 112, or 17 for police, 15 for an ambulance and 18 for fire. Traffic keeps to the right, matching both France and neighboring Canada. The territory’s small road network makes driving in Saint Pierre and Miquelon straightforward once on the ground.

We could not find a general speed limit for Saint Pierre and Miquelon in an official source; limits are set by local orders road by road, so follow the posted signs. We could not verify a blood-alcohol limit for Saint Pierre and Miquelon in an official source; treat any drinking before driving as a risk.

Emergency Numbers in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

General Emergency: 112 | Police: 17 | Ambulance: 15 | Fire: 18

Save these numbers before you start driving. In Saint Pierre and Miquelon, emergency calls are free from any phone.

Speed Limits in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

We could not find a general speed limit for Saint Pierre and Miquelon in an official source; limits are set by local orders road by road, so follow the posted signs.

Important: Posted signs always override default limits. Watch for temporary restrictions in construction zones, near schools, and in residential areas.

Speeding Fines in Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Limits Set by Local Order

We could not find a published speeding fine tariff for Saint Pierre and Miquelon, so we show no amounts. Limits are set by local orders road by road, so the posted sign is the limit.

Traffic Rules and Regulations

Drive on the right side of the road. Overtake on the left. At roundabouts, traffic circulates anticlockwise: give way to vehicles already on the roundabout, which approach from your left, unless signs say otherwise.

Seatbelts are mandatory for all occupants. Children must use appropriate restraint systems based on their age and height.

Using a hand-held phone while driving is prohibited. Hands-free systems are permitted.

Use headlights in poor visibility, tunnels, and at night.

Drink-Drive Limit in Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Not Verified

We could not verify a legal alcohol limit for Saint Pierre and Miquelon in an official source, so check the current figure locally and treat any drinking before driving as a risk. Penalties for drink-driving include heavy fines, licence confiscation, and potential imprisonment.

The safest approach is to not drink at all if you will be driving. Alcohol affects reaction time and judgement regardless of the legal limit.

Tyre Requirements and Regulations

We found no official winter-tyre rule for Saint Pierre and Miquelon, so fit tyres that suit the season and the roads you plan to drive.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon’s minimum tread depth is not stated in any official source we could find, so treat tyre condition as your own responsibility.

Studded tyres are allowed in a regulated winter period that ends on the last Sunday of March, according to the prefecture.

IDP or Translation Under French Rules in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

The national French Code de la route is applied here with territorial adaptations, so a licence not written in French generally needs an international driving permit or an official translation; check with the hire company. Always carry your original driving licence — photocopies are not accepted.

The minimum age for a car licence is 17 (motorcycle 16).

Parking and Fuel

Parking rules vary by city. Look for designated parking areas and always check signs for time limits and payment requirements.

Most fuel stations accept major credit and debit cards. In rural areas, keep your tank above half — stations may be far apart.

Practical Driving Tips for Saint Pierre and Miquelon

• Download offline maps of Saint Pierre and Miquelon before your trip — mobile signal can be unreliable on rural roads.
• Take a break every 2 hours on long drives. Fatigue is a leading cause of road accidents.
• Use our interactive tools on this page — compare rules with your home country and calculate potential fines before you set off.

Car Hire, Roadside Assistance and Insurance in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

The territory uses the French numbers, not 911: 112 for any emergency, 17 for police, 15 for the ambulance and 18 for fire. Traffic keeps right. It is a French territory off Newfoundland but not part of the EU, so EU motor-insurance rules do not apply automatically, and Canadian or US policies do not follow you across the water; ask your insurer in writing. Most visitors arrive by ferry or air without a car and hire one on Saint-Pierre: ask what the damage waiver covers and which number to ring after a breakdown. Studded tyres are allowed in a regulated winter period ending on the last Sunday of March.