Serbia vs Ukraine driving rules
Compare the main cross-border differences before driving between Serbia and Ukraine.
| Rule | Serbia | Ukraine |
|---|---|---|
| Built-up areas | 50 km/h | 50 km/h |
| Outside built-up areas | 80 km/h | 90 km/h |
| Motorways / expressways | 100 / 130 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Standard drivers | 0.2 mg/ml | 0.2 mg/ml |
| Novice drivers | 0.0 mg/ml | Not stated in the standardized source |
| Professional drivers | 0.0 mg/ml | Not stated in the standardized source |
| Daytime lights | Mandatory all day | Mandatory outside built-up areas |
| Winter tyres / equipment | Mandatory in a defined season when winter conditions apply | Not required by national rules |
| Mandatory equipment | warning triangle, reflective vest | first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle |
| Low-emission zones | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Fines and enforcement | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Emergency number | 192 / 193 | 112 |
Serbia
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 130 km/h on motorways, 100 km/h on motor-roads, 80 km/h on other roads; probationary drivers face lower caps.
Blood alcohol limits: Zero tolerance also applies to all motorcycle and moped riders.
Winter tyres / equipment: From 1 November to 1 April when snow or ice is on the road; winter tyres with at least 4 mm tread on all wheels.
Emergency number: Police 192, fire 193; 112 is not listed by the Ministry of Interior.
Ukraine
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 130 km/h on motorways, 110 km/h on divided roads, 90 km/h on other roads; drivers with under 2 years of experience max 70 km/h.
Daytime lights: Outside built-up areas daytime running lights or dipped beams must be on year-round.
Winter tyres / equipment: No national winter-tyre obligation; minimum tread depth for passenger cars is 1.6 mm.
This is a planning summary, not legal advice. Road signs and current national rules take priority. Always check the linked official source before departure.