Car Hire at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG)

List of car rental agencies that operate within the Paris Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG)

Car hire is an excellent option to move around freely from the airport. The offices of the main car rental companies are conveniently located in the arrivals area of Terminal 1, Level 5.

Car Hire Companies

Requirements for Hiring a Vehicle

To hire a car in France, you generally need to meet the following requirements:

Minimum Age: The minimum driving age is 18, but most rental agencies require you to be at least 21 years old and to have held a valid driving licence for at least one year. Drivers under 25 years old usually have to pay an additional young driver surcharge.
Valid Driving Licence: If you are a citizen of the European Union, your driving licence is sufficient. If your licence was issued outside the EU, it must be written in Latin characters. Some agencies may ask for an international driving permit or an official French translation, although this is not always mandatory.
Credit Card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required for the security deposit. Debit or prepaid cards are generally not accepted for this purpose.
Identification Document: You must present your passport or ID card along with your physical driving licence when collecting the vehicle.
Insurance: The rental price usually includes mandatory third-party liability insurance. It is advisable to consider additional coverage to reduce the excess in case of damage or theft.
Reservation: Although not mandatory, it is recommended to book your vehicle in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability and get better rates.

It is always advisable to review the specific terms and conditions of the chosen rental company when making your booking.

Latest updates: October 13, 2025

5 tips for renting a car abroad

What to consider:

Certify that you have a valid driver's license to drive in the destination country. If you are a foreigner, check if you need to validate your license in your country of origin. It should be noted that the International permit is NOT valid by itself, it must always be accompanied by the National Driver's License.

Documentation and vehicle insurance required according to current traffic regulations.

Take into account the traffic rules that currently apply in the destination country. Maximum speeds allowed on highways, avenues and streets, priorities of passage at intersections without traffic lights, tolerance of allowed blood alcohol, etc.

Direction of movement and the way in which cars should be driven on the streets. If the side where the steering wheel is located in the cars of your country matches the vehicles in the destination country.