Car Hire at Montréal airport (YUL)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Montréal airport (YUL)
Subject to change: Schedules, listed companies, and contact details may change at the time of reading 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 planning your booking.
Car rental counters are located in parking garage P4. From the terminal, proceed toward the Leigh-Capreol drop-off area and board the complimentary shuttle bus running directly to the rental facility. Operating hours are generally from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.
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Booking your vehicle in advance is recommended to ensure vehicle availability and access competitive rates.
Requirements to Rent a Vehicle
When renting a vehicle at Montreal Airport, drivers must typically fulfill the following requirements:
- Driver's license: Must be valid and held for a minimum duration (usually at least one year). An International Driving Permit is recommended if your license is not in English or French.
- Minimum age: Most rental agencies require drivers to be at least 21 years old. Drivers under the age of 25 are generally subject to a young driver surcharge.
- Credit card: A major credit card in the primary driver's name is mandatory to hold the security deposit.
- Passport or identification: International visitors must present a valid passport along with appropriate travel documents.
Latest updates: September 24, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- Certify that you have a valid driver's license to drive in the destination country. If you are a foreigner, check if you need to validate your license in your country of origin. It should be noted that the International permit is NOT valid by itself, it must always be accompanied by the National Driver's License.
- Documentation and vehicle insurance required according to current traffic regulations.
- Take into account the traffic rules that currently apply in the destination country. Maximum speeds allowed on highways, avenues and streets, priorities of passage at intersections without traffic lights, tolerance of allowed blood alcohol, etc.
- Direction of movement and the way in which cars should be driven on the streets. If the side where the steering wheel is located in the cars of your country matches the vehicles in the destination country.
- Know the procedure to follow in case of starring in or suffering a traffic accident.
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Parking
Disabled Passengers
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