Car Rental
in UAE

21 years old for many economy cars. Luxury, premium and some SUV categories require 25+. Drivers under 25 may pay a young driver surcharge.

Licences from the UAE, GCC, US, UK, EU and most other countries are accepted directly. An International Driving Permit is required alongside licences from countries outside that list.

Yes. Basic CDW/LDW (collision damage waiver / loss damage waiver) is included in the rate. Full coverage that reduces or removes the excess is optional at extra cost.

Most companies require a credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit. A few offer no-deposit rentals that accept a debit card, usually at a higher daily rate.

Yes. Contact the rental company before your contract ends and they will extend it based on availability. Rates for the extended period may differ.

Many companies deliver and collect anywhere in Dubai — often free on longer rentals — and charge for delivery to other emirates. Airport delivery may carry a surcharge of around AED 50–150.

Most UAE rentals include roadside assistance — ask for the number before you drive off. The company arranges recovery and, on longer rentals, a replacement vehicle while yours is being repaired.

Daily rentals typically include 200–250 km per day, and monthly packages 2,500–5,000 km per month. Extra kilometres are charged at roughly AED 0.50–2 per km.

For an economy car, Sharjah: advertised rates start around AED 30 a day, against about AED 39 in Abu Dhabi and AED 50 in Dubai. Dubai has the widest choice, especially for luxury and sports cars, and the most companies competing on price.

Dubai for variety and luxury or exotic choices. Abu Dhabi for slightly lower prices and a cleaner, less congested driving experience.

Yes. You'll be charged Salik tolls on Dubai roads and Darb tolls on Abu Dhabi bridges. Both are billed automatically by your rental company.

AED 6.30 at peak hours (Monday–Saturday, 6–10am and 4–8pm), AED 4.20 off-peak, and free between 1am and 6am.

AED 4 at the four bridge gates during peak hours (7–9am and 3–7pm on weekdays). Two newer gates charge AED 4 around the clock, and the E11 Ghantoot gate is AED 4 per direction at any time.

Yes. All Dubai rental cars carry a Salik tag. Crossings are added to your final bill or deducted from your deposit.

Passport, a valid driving licence (UAE, GCC, US, UK, EU and most countries accepted), a passport-size photo (a digital copy is often accepted), and a credit card.

Yes. Standard rental insurance covers all seven emirates, so you can drive across them freely — you only pay the applicable tolls.

It's stricter than in many countries. Speed cameras are widespread and Abu Dhabi enforces posted limits with zero tolerance. Always drive to the posted limit.

Traffic, toll and parking fines are processed by the rental company and charged to your credit card or deducted from your deposit, usually with a small admin fee.