BAC Laws by Country - Blood Alcohol Content Legal Limits Worldwide
Comprehensive guide to Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) laws, legal limits, and DUI penalties across different countries. Stay informed about international drunk driving regulations.
Understanding BAC Laws Around the World
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) laws vary significantly worldwide, with different countries setting distinct legal limits and penalties for drunk driving. Our comprehensive guide helps you understand these critical regulations.
Why Understanding BAC Laws Matters
Legal Compliance
Knowing local BAC limits prevents inadvertent legal violations when traveling or relocating to different countries.
Safety Awareness
Understanding penalties and enforcement helps make informed decisions about alcohol consumption and transportation choices.
Cultural Context
BAC laws reflect cultural attitudes toward alcohol and provide insight into local enforcement priorities and social norms.
BAC Laws by Country
Select a country below to view detailed information about local BAC limits, legal frameworks, penalties, and enforcement practices.
USA
Complete guide to USA DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.08%), drunk driving penalties, and blood alcohol content regulations...
China
Complete guide to China DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.02% DUI, 0.08% drunk driving), penalties, and blood alcohol conten...
Japan
Complete guide to Japan DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.03%), drunk driving penalties, and blood alcohol content regulatio...
Germany
Complete guide to Germany DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05%), drunk driving penalties, and blood alcohol content regulat...
France
Complete guide to France DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% standard, 0.02% new drivers), penalties, and blood alcohol co...
Italy
Complete guide to Italy DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% standard, 0.00% new drivers), penalties, and blood alcohol con...
Spain
Complete guide to Spain DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% standard, 0.03% new drivers), penalties, and blood alcohol con...
South Korea
Complete guide to South Korea DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.03% universal standard), penalties, and blood alcohol conten...
Poland
Complete guide to Poland DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.02% standard, 0.00% commercial drivers), penalties, and blood alc...
Portugal
Complete guide to Portugal DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% standard, 0.02% new drivers), penalties, and blood alcohol ...
Canada
Complete guide to Canada DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% warn range, 0.08% criminal), penalties under Criminal Code an...
India
Complete guide to India DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.03% standard), penalties under Motor Vehicles Act 2019 with strict...
Malaysia
Complete guide to Malaysia DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.08%), drunk driving penalties under Road Transport Act with Isl...
Russia
Complete guide to Russia DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.03% threshold), penalties, and blood alcohol content regulations ...
Australia
Complete guide to Australia DUI laws, BAC legal limits (0.05% general, 0.00% learner/P-plate), penalties, and blood alco...
United Kingdom
Complete guide to UK drink driving laws, BAC legal limits (0.08% England/Wales/NI, 0.05% Scotland), penalties, and blood...
Switzerland
Switzerland drink-driving laws: 0.05% general limit; zero tolerance for novice drivers (first 3 years). Penalty tiers at...
Singapore
Singapore drink-driving limit: 35µg/100ml breath or 80mg/100ml blood (~0.08% BAC). Strict penalties for first and repeat...
Netherlands
Netherlands BAC limits: 0.05% for general drivers; 0.02% for novice drivers and certain moped riders. Enforcement and re...
Belgium
Belgium BAC limits: 0.05% general; 0.02% for professional and novice drivers. Immediate licence withdrawal thresholds an...
New Zealand
New Zealand BAC limits: Zero for under 20; 0.05 for 20+. Penalty bands by breath/blood thresholds; drug-driving offences...
Austria
Austria BAC: 0.05% general; 0.01% for novice and professional drivers. Administrative and criminal penalties by BAC; int...
Luxembourg
Luxembourg BAC: 0.05% general; 0.02% for professional/novice categories. BAC bands with fines, points, and licence withd...
Ireland
Ireland limits: 0.05% for experienced drivers; 0.02% for learner/novice/professional. Fixed penalty options at lower ban...
Sweden
Sweden BAC: 0.02% (0.2‰) drunk driving; ≥1.0‰ aggravated. Strict penalties include fines, imprisonment, licence revocati...
Denmark
Denmark general limit: 0.05%. From July 2025, new drivers (first 3 years) 0.02%. Penalties scale by BAC; licence confisc...
Important Legal Disclaimer
The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. BAC laws change frequently and enforcement varies by jurisdiction. Always consult local authorities or legal professionals for current, authoritative information.