Inside the airport, you will find car hire counters located in the arrivals areas of both terminals. In India, car hire services are generally offered in two formats: with a driver (the most recommended option due to the complexity of local traffic) and for self-drive use.
Car hire companies
Requirements for hiring a vehicle
If you choose to hire a self-drive car, you will need to meet the following standard requirements applied by most rental agencies in India:
- Driving licence: You must present a valid original driving licence issued in your country of origin.
- International Driving Permit (IDP): Foreign visitors are required to present an International Driving Permit together with their national driving licence.
- Passport and visa: The original passport with the entry stamp or a valid electronic visa must be provided.
- Minimum age: Drivers are generally required to be at least 21 years old (some agencies require 23 or 25 years of age for higher vehicle categories).
- Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required for the security deposit pre-authorisation.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance cover is recommended due to Mumbai's heavy traffic conditions.
Note: Since driving in India is on the left-hand side and traffic in Mumbai is extremely dense and chaotic, the vast majority of travellers opt for car hire with a professional driver.