What documents do I need to rent a car in Dubai?
Passport, licence, International Driving Permit and Emirates ID: what rental companies in Dubai ask for.
Visitors
- Passport with entry stamp or visa
- Valid home driving licence
- International Driving Permit if your country requires one
UAE residents
- Emirates ID
- UAE driving licence
Rental companies check the original documents when you collect the car, and the driver named on the rental agreement must be present, including for cars booked on DubaiCrypt.
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