Salgado Filho International Airport has car rental desks centralized on the ground floor (Level 1 / Bus Station area) of Terminal 1, with most operating 24 hours a day. Vehicle pickup and drop-off take place in designated bays in the adjacent parking facility, near Gate 2.
On-site Rental Companies
- Localiza: Counter in the Level 1 arrivals hall operating 24 hours a day.
- Locasul: Counter in the terminal open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
- Movida: Office in the Level 1 arrivals area offering 24-hour service.
- Unidas: 24-hour service in the arrivals area with vehicle pickup on airport premises.
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Car Rental Requirements
To rent a vehicle at Porto Alegre Airport, drivers generally must meet the following conditions:
- Identification document: National ID card for Mercosur citizens or a valid passport for other international travelers.
- Driver's license: Valid national driver's license. While rental companies accept original licenses written in Latin characters, non-Mercosur visitors are advised to carry an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Minimum age: The standard minimum age is 21 years. Some companies allow drivers aged 18 to 20 subject to an additional daily young-driver surcharge.
- Credit card: An international credit card in the primary renter's name with available limit for the security deposit hold.