What do I need to know or do in order to rent a car in Spain?
I'm a US resident and am looking to rent a car in Spain.
How do I get a license to drive there?
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I'm guessing that you already have a US driving license? If not, you can potentially get a Spanish one, but it'll take a while and I'm not sure you'll manage to hire a car to learn in... See this page for details on getting one.
If you have a US license, then this UK site has some handy tips on driving in Spain, rules etc. In terms of an International Driving Permit, this site says that US drivers do technically need one in Spain, but it's not always enforced, though I've seen other places that say it varies depending on the state that issues your license! Probably safest to just get one before you leave, see travel.state.gov for details on how you get one as an American.
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Do I need a license to rent a car in Spain?
To rent a car in Spain, you will need to be at least 21 years of age and furnish a valid driver's license from your home country, a credit card and an international permit; you should also have a printed copy of the confirmation or voucher in-hand.Is it easy to rent a car and drive in Spain?
Driving in Spain can be difficult because of how Spainards drive but some trips necessitate renting a car of your own. Renting a car in a foreign country can be overwhelming but it's not much different than renting a car at home, especially with the abundance of English-language car rental aggregators.What should I know before renting a car?
12 THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE RENTING A CAR- Make sure you have your paperwork. ...
- Check the car exterior. ...
- Familiarize yourself with the Rental vehicle. ...
- Know where you are going. ...
- Ask what kind of fuel your rental car uses. ...
- Get back in time. ...
- Make sure you get the Full Damage Waiver Insurance. ...
- Stay on the Road.
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