Car Hire at Montevideo airport (MVD)

 
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Montevideo airport (MVD)

 

 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.

 

The service desks of the main car rental companies are located in the terminal's arrivals hall. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during the peak season.

  • Avis: Offers a wide range of vehicles, with 24-hour service on the main days of the week.
  • Budget: Service available with options ranging from economy cars to SUVs.
  • Europcar: Daily service, with an office located in the public arrivals area.
  • Hertz: A well-known car rental company with a global presence and personalized assistance.
  • Sixt: Offers both premium and standard-category vehicles.

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Requirements for Renting a Vehicle

To rent a car at Carrasco Airport, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum age: Most agencies require renters to be at least 21 years old. Drivers under the age of 25 may be subject to an additional "young driver" fee.
  • Driver's license: A valid driver's license from your country of residence is required (usually held for at least 1 or 2 years). For visitors from outside Mercosur countries, carrying an International Driving Permit is recommended, although it is not always mandatory.
  • Documentation: A valid passport or identity document.
  • Credit card: A credit card in the name of the reservation holder is required to place the security deposit hold (deductible). Debit cards and cash are generally not accepted for this purpose.

Latest updates: August 25, 2026

 5 tips for renting a car abroad

What to consider:
 
  1. 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.
  2. 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).
  3. 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.
  4. Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
  5. 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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