What is the minimum and maximum age to rent a car? Are there young or senior driver fees?

Age restrictions for renting a car depend on the country, car rental supplier, and vehicle category. Some car rental suppliers accept drivers from 18 years old, while others require drivers to be at least 21. And there is no universal maximum age.

Your age may affect your eligibility, final rental price and document requirements. You must also meet the car rental supplier's driving license requirements.

Minimum age

The minimum rental age varies by country, car rental supplier, and vehicle category. Some car rental suppliers accept drivers from 18 years old, while others require drivers to be at least 21. Luxury or premium cars may have a higher minimum age limit starting at 25 years.

If you are under 25, you can still rent a car, but a Young Driver Fee or other restrictions may apply. You must also have held a full, valid driver's license for the minimum period required by the car rental supplier, which usually is one or two years.

Maximum age 

There is no universal maximum age for renting a car. Many suppliers accept drivers over 70, while others set maximum age limits or additional requirements.

Depending on the car rental supplier and rental location, drivers over 65 or 70 years old may need to: 

• Pay a Senior Driver Fee.
• Provide a medical certificate or doctor’s letter confirming they are fit to drive. Some car rental suppliers require a certificate issued within the last three months, but it may vary.
• Meet other supplier-specific requirements.

Being over a certain age doesn’t mean you can not rent a car. However, if you do not meet the car rental supplier’s age or documentation requirements, they may be unable to provide a vehicle.

Where to find the exact age requirements?

Check the Rental Conditions for your chosen car offer to confirm the applicable age limits, driver's license requirements, fees, and any additional documents needed.

If you haven’t booked yet:

1. When searching for the car offer, choose the driver's exact age and country of residence.
2. Compare the available offers.
3. Open Rental Conditions for your preferred offer.
4. Review the Driver Requirements section carefully, including any age-related fees and restrictions.

If you already have a booking:

Check the Driver Requirements section on your booking voucher. You should meet all requirements and prepare the necessary documents before travelling.

Do age requirements apply to additional drivers?

Yes. The supplier’s age and driver's license requirements apply to all drivers listed on the rental agreement, not only the Main Driver.

If you plan to share the driving, each additional driver must meet the applicable supplier’s requirements. Young Driver Fees or Senior Driver Fees will also apply to additional drivers, including those added to the rental agreement at the desk.