Is a spouse considered an additional driver with Sixt?

An “Unauthorized Driver” means anyone who is not the renter, any Additional Driver, nor any other individual as required by applicable state law. For rentals with pick-up locations in California, Illinois, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, New York, and Utah, “Authorized Driver” includes your spouse.



With Sixt Rent a Car, a spouse is not automatically included as a free additional driver in most jurisdictions. Unlike some US states where law mandates that a spouse is a permitted driver, Sixt typically requires any additional driver—including a spouse or domestic partner—to be formally added to the rental agreement at the counter and to pay a daily "Additional Driver" fee. This fee covers the extra insurance risk. Both the primary renter and the spouse must present a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the specific vehicle category. However, in 2026, some corporate rates or specific loyalty tiers (such as Sixt Platinum or Diamond) may include a spouse as a free second driver as a member benefit. It is crucial to verify this at the time of booking, as allowing an unlisted spouse to drive can void your Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) or third-party liability coverage, leaving you personally responsible for the total cost of any damages or accidents that might occur during the rental period.

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No, renting a car for someone else isn't an option, but some people are automatically authorized to drive a car you rented at no additional cost. These people include your spouse or partner or your employer or employee if you rent through a company account.

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If your additional drivers meet any of the following requirements, then they are pre-authorized to be an additional driver for a rental car. They are the renter's fellow employee or employer AND the car is being rented under a business account. They are the renter's spouse or domestic partner.

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Additional Driver With a valid license, your spouse, partner, employer, or employee can drive your rental car for no additional fee.

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** A domestic partner is defined as an unmarried partner of the same or opposite sex (not a relative) who permanently resides as part of the same family unit, at the same address as the renter, as validated by the address on the driver's license.

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Yes, you can have two separate policies. This can have its benefits in some cases. However, you will still need to be listed on each other's policies as household members/spouses but you can be excluded. Being excluded means you would not be covered under the policy at all.

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Even in a cut-and-dry case where an insured driver is on the policy and at fault, it can be difficult to get the payout you're entitled to. When a driver is not listed on the insurance policy, the insurer may dispute liability (or fault) because the person involved isn't covered.

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