POPUpdated September 8, 2026

Car rental at Puerto Plata airport

Puerto Plata · Dominican Republic

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POP · Rent a car

Rental companies at the airport

Car rental companies operating at Puerto Plata airport (POP) and where to find them. The airport is 18 km from Puerto Plata. See also the airport guide for general information.

The car rental company counters are located in the centralized exit corridor, in the northern section of the passenger terminal. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during the peak tourist season in the Dominican Republic.

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Car Rental Requirements

To rent a vehicle at Puerto Plata Airport, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum age: You must be at least 21 years old. Rental companies often apply an additional "young driver" surcharge to drivers under the age of 25.
  • Driver's license: You must present a valid, current driver's license from your country of origin. Foreign driver's licenses may be used in the Dominican Republic during a tourist's legal period of stay.
  • Identification: A valid, original passport.
  • Credit card: A credit card in the primary driver's name is required for the security deposit (the amount is held during the rental period).
  • Insurance: Liability insurance is mandatory by law. It is recommended that you verify collision damage waiver (CDW) coverage before picking up the vehicle.

Companies, opening hours and desk locations can change. Check with the rental company before booking.

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Tips for renting a car in Dominican Republic

  1. Check that your driver's license is valid in Dominican Republic. Some countries also ask for an International Driving Permit (IDP), which is only valid together with your national license.
  2. Review what the rental includes: collision damage waiver, third-party liability and the deductible. Most companies also hold a deposit on a credit card in the driver's name.
  3. Learn the local rules before you drive: speed limits, right of way, alcohol limits and tolls.
  4. Check which side of the road traffic drives on and where the steering wheel is.
  5. At pickup, photograph the car (inside and out) and the fuel level, and keep the photos until the deposit is returned.
  6. Know what to do in an accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.

Not driving? See other ways to get to and from POP. Returning the car or picking someone up: parking at POP.

German Giudici

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