Car Hire at Abu Dhabi airport (AUH)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Abu Dhabi airport (AUH)
Subject to change: schedules, listed companies and contact details may change due to commercial decisions or operational updates, so it is always advisable to check availability on the official website of the car rental company before booking.
Car hire offices are centrally located in the Skypark Plaza area, situated opposite Terminal A and accessible on foot via the pedestrian bridges connected to the main building. The agencies operate 24 hours a day, allowing vehicle collection and return at any time.
Car Hire Companies
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Requirements for Hiring a Vehicle
To hire a car in the United Arab Emirates, the following requirements generally apply:
- Driving Licence: Residents of GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and most European Union countries may drive using their original national driving licence.
- International Driving Permit (IDP): Citizens of other countries must present an International Driving Permit together with their valid national driving licence.
- Passport and Visa: The original passport with entry stamp or a valid tourist/visitor visa must be presented.
- Minimum Age: This is generally 21 years, although some agencies may require drivers to be at least 25 years old for luxury or premium vehicle categories.
- Credit Card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required for the security deposit hold.
Latest updates: June 1, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- Make sure your driver's license is valid in the destination country. Some countries also require an International Driving Permit (IDP). Keep in mind that the IDP is not valid on its own: it must always be carried together with your national driver's license.
- Check the documents and insurance required by local traffic laws, and what coverage is included in your rental (collision damage waiver, third-party liability, deductible).
- Learn the traffic rules of the destination country: speed limits on highways and city streets, right of way at intersections without traffic lights, blood alcohol limits, tolls, etc.
- Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
- Know what to do if you are involved in a traffic accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.
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