Car Hire at Vancouver airport (YVR)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Vancouver airport (YVR)
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.
On-airport car rental counters are situated on the ground floor of the multi-level Parkade, just a short indoor walk from the Main Terminal arrivals area.
On-Airport Rental Companies
Off-Airport Companies with Free Shuttle
Additional rental agencies maintain off-site facilities nearby and offer complimentary shuttle services from the arrivals curbside:
Rental Vehicle Requirements
When collecting a rental vehicle at Vancouver Airport, standard rental policies include:
- Minimum Age: The standard minimum age is 21. Drivers under the age of 25 are generally subject to a daily young driver surcharge.
- Driver's License: A valid physical driver's license is required. If your license is not printed in English or French, an International Driving Permit (IDP) must accompany your home country license.
- Credit Card: A valid international credit card in the primary driver's name is required for the security deposit hold (debit cards carry significant restrictions or are not accepted).
- Identification: International travelers must present their passport and, where requested, proof of return travel.
Latest updates: September 24, 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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Disabled Passengers
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