Can tourists rent cars that they can drive themselves in Dubai?

There is an easy way for tourists to rent self-drive cars in Dubai through us. You need a valid foreign driver's license or a license from your home country that has an IDP added to it. Your hiring process will be quick and easy with our help, so you can start seeing Dubai right away.

How old do you have to be to rent a self-drive car?

In Dubai, you have to be at least 21 years old to rent a self-drive car. But for some types of cars, like expensive and sports cars, you might need to be at least 25 years old.

How much does gas cost when I rent a self-drive car?

No, gas is not part of the rental price. The gas tank will be full when you pick up your car from us. Furthermore, you need to bring the car back with the gas tank full. We'll charge you a fee to refuel the car if you return it without doing so.

What happens if I damage the self-drive car?

Yes, all of our self-drive hire cars come with full insurance. In the event of an accident, we kindly ask that you contact us immediately and file a police report. The insurance will cover the majority of the damage, depending on the terms of the contract.

Can I drive a rented car somewhere apart from Dubai?

If you rent a car in the UAE, you can take it to other emirates, like Fujairah, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. But if you want to go somewhere outside of Dubai, you need to let us know ahead of time.

What if I don't need a driver with the car?

Yes, you can rent a car without a driver in Dubai with us. It totally depends on you how you want to go with the rental cars.

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