Economy minister bans foreign truck drivers
Suhail Abu Shiha's decree prohibits non-Libyan drivers from transporting goods and commodities within the country.
Libya's Minister of Economy and Trade, Suhail Abu Shiha, issued a decree yesterday prohibiting the employment of foreign drivers for transporting goods and commodities within the country. Decree No. (532) of 2026 aligns with existing labor and road transport legislation.
The ban applies to trucks and vehicles used for transporting goods and commodities, whether for third parties or directly for employers, provided the operation falls under Libyan law. The Ministry stated the decision aims to regulate road transport, enforce labor market rules, and ensure legal compliance.
This measure is intended to strengthen adherence to Libyan regulations within the road transport sector. The Ministry emphasized that all such operations must now be conducted in accordance with the legal requirements currently in force across the nation.
Why it mattersLibyan businesses that rely on road transport for goods and commodities will be affected by the ban on foreign drivers.