Car Hire at Halifax airport (YHZ)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Halifax airport (YHZ)
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 counters of the main car rental agencies are located on the lower level of the parking garage (Parkade), situated directly across from the terminal building. Access is easy and clearly signposted from the arrivals area.
Requirements for Renting a Vehicle
To rent a car at Halifax Airport, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:
- Driver’s license: It must be valid and current. If your license is not in English or French (Canada’s official languages), it is recommended to also present an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Credit card: A valid credit card in the name of the main driver is required to cover the security deposit and rental charges. Most agencies do not accept debit cards or cash for the initial deposit.
- Minimum age: The minimum age is usually 21 years old. Please note that drivers under 25 often have to pay an additional “young driver” fee and may face restrictions on the types of vehicles available.
- Additional documentation: Foreign visitors must present their passport and, in some cases, proof of their return flight itinerary.
Latest updates: September 25, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
- 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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