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Car rental at Moscow Sheremetyevo airport

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Rental companies at the airport

Car rental companies operating at Moscow Sheremetyevo airport (SVO) and where to find them. The airport is 29 km from Moscow. See also the airport guide for general information.

Hiring a car at Sheremetyevo Airport is a practical option for travellers who wish to move around Moscow and its surroundings with complete independence. The rental company service desks are mainly located on the first floor of Terminal B (arrivals area).

Car hire companies

The following companies currently operate officially at the airport:

Requirements to hire a vehicle

To collect a vehicle at the airport, the following documents and conditions are generally required:

  • Passport: Original and valid identity document.
  • Driving licence: Valid national licence held for at least 2 years. Foreign drivers must present an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with their original licence.
  • Minimum age: The required age varies between 21 and 25 years, depending on the vehicle category and company policy.
  • Security deposit method: A credit card is required for the security deposit. Note: Due to current international sanctions, Visa, Mastercard, or American Express cards issued outside the Russian Federation do not work on local payment terminals. It is recommended to confirm with the agency whether cards from the MIR or UnionPay systems are accepted, or whether cash deposits may be possible in exceptional cases.

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 Russia

  1. Check that your driver's license is valid in Russia. 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.

Find the rental desks and parking on the SVO airport map.

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

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