OvertakingUkraine
Traffic rules
Ukraine
1. Overtaking
Overtaking is the act of passing another road user travelling in the same direction. It normally involves moving to another position or lane, passing the slower road user and returning to the appropriate position when it is safe.
Before overtaking, a driver should make sure there is sufficient visibility and space, check mirrors and blind spots, signal when required and ensure that no other road user is already overtaking. The manoeuvre must be completed without exceeding the speed limit or endangering other road users.
On which side do drivers normally overtake in Ukraine?
As traffic normally keeps right, drivers ordinarily overtake on the left. This is the general rule, not permission to pass wherever a lane is available; exceptions and restrictions depend on the local law.
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Rules 13.1–13.4 and 14; safe lateral clearance and passing restrictions
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Traffic Rules Section 14 — overtaking
When should you avoid overtaking in Ukraine?
Do not begin if approaching traffic, restricted visibility, road markings, an intersection, a crossing or another road user makes the manoeuvre unsafe or unlawful. Check behind and ahead, allow enough space and never exceed the speed limit to complete the pass.
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Rules 13.1–13.4 and 14; safe lateral clearance and passing restrictions
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Traffic Rules Section 14 — overtaking
What extra care is needed when overtaking slower road users in Ukraine?
Rules 13.1 and 13.3 require a safe following distance and lateral clearance, including while overtaking or passing an obstruction. Leave enough room for cyclists and pedestrians to move unexpectedly, and wait if there is insufficient space. Do not squeeze through, disregard a prohibited marking or exceed the speed limit to finish a pass.
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Rules 13.1–13.4 and 14; safe lateral clearance and passing restrictions
🔗 pdr.infotech.gov.ua • Traffic Rules Section 14 — overtaking
