Can foreigners rent a car in Florida?


Can foreigners rent a car in Florida? Are you a foreign traveler planning a trip to the United States? If so, you might be wondering whether it's possible for foreigners to rent a car in the US. Fortunately, the answer is yes!


What is the most popular car to rent in Florida?

As a matter of fact, Thrifty's cheapest and most popular rental car in Florida is a ragtop, the Chrysler LeBaron convertible. But the most popular rentals at other companies are economy models, such as the Geo Prism, Chevy Cavalier, the Ford Tempo and Mitsubishi Galant.


How long can you drive in Florida with a foreign license?

International students, scholars, and employees may legally drive in Florida for 30 days with an unexpired, valid driver's license and international driver's license issued from your home country (the international driver's license cannot be issued to non-U.S. citizens inside the U.S.).


Why are Florida car rentals so expensive?

With all these car hire companies looking to replenish their fleets all at once, demand is outstripping supply, thus the increase in prices. Some visitors are just swallowing the increased car hire pricing and paying up, but the increased cost is out of reach for many planning their Florida holiday.


Can I drive a car in USA on tourist visa?

If you're a tourist in the U.S and you plan on driving, you'll be required to have an International Driver's Permit (IDP), as well as a valid license from your own country.


What insurance do I need to drive a hire car in Florida?

No, you do not need rental car insurance in Florida. Rental car companies in Florida provide the minimum state-required liability insurance coverage, more specifically, they provide $25,000 in property damage liability coverage per accident. Florida requires drivers to carry personal injury protection (PIP), too.


Can I rent a car in USA with tourist visa?

You will be required to present a valid passport (in Roman script) as proof of identity and the passport must be carried along when driving the rented vehicle. A Visit Visa is required by a person visiting the country as a tourist or on a business trip for a short duration for 30 days.


Who can drive a rental car USA?

Renter's spouse or domestic partner who meet the same age and driver's license requirements of the renter are authorized drivers at no additional charge. Any additional authorized drivers must appear at time of rental and meet age and driver's license requirements.


How can a tourist rent a car in USA?

According to U.S. law, your ESTA travel authorization and a valid license from your country of residence should be enough to rent a car. But in practice, more and more car rental companies require an international license to rent a car.