What do I need to know about renting a car in Spain?

Essential Tips for Renting a Car in Spain
  1. Book from home. ...
  2. You need an International Driving Permit. ...
  3. You'll drive on the right. ...
  4. Pay for the rental in euros. ...
  5. Automatic transmissions can be harder to find and pricier. ...
  6. Double check your insurance coverage. ...
  7. Be aware of toll roads. ...
  8. Don't rent a car when you're in a city.




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All drivers must present a valid driver's license, an ID as proof of their identity, and a credit card to make the payment. What is this? Note: Most car rentals in Spain charge an extra fee if you're under 25 years old.

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But, do you need to rent a car during your trip to Spain at all? It actually depends on your agenda and where exactly you're planning to travel. If your main goal is only to spend time in cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Seville or Málaga, you don't need a car. In fact, having one will make your life harder.

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Many car rental companies do not require an IDP, only your US driver's license along with your passport. However, if you get pulled over by Spanish police, they will ask for an International Driver's License and you will probably incur a fine if you don't have one.

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To rent a car in Spain, you will need to be at least 21 years of age and furnish a valid driver's license from your home country, a credit card and an international permit; you should also have a printed copy of the confirmation or voucher in-hand.

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1 | Booking your rental car We've rented cars in most European countries and have always found Spain to be very easy and straightforward for renting a car. From booking our cars to pickup and driving around the country, we have found Spain a great country to explore by rental car.

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The price rises are mainly caused by car rental companies having sold off much of their stock of vehicles during the pandemic as demand collapsed. Now, with people taking holidays again, they are trying to rebuild their fleets, but a global shortage of semi-conductors means they are paying more for new vehicles.

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With debit card car hire in Spain, our clients don't have to own or apply for a credit card in advance. If you have a debit card, you can hire a car with Drivalia through our most-popular Drivalia Ultimate package.

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