The minimum age for car rental in Malta is 21, with a license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age, and a young drier surcharge applies to those under 25.
You will need a valid driver’s license that has been held for at least 1 year, plus an ID or passport. If your license is in a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Arabic, you will also need an international driving permit.
Debit and credit cards from internationally recognized companies like Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Cash and prepaid cards are not accepted as payment.
Keep in mind that in both Malta and Gozo, driving is on the left-hand side of the road. Speed limits are generally 80 km/h on highways and open roads, and 50 km/h in built-up areas.
Don’t worry if your plans in Malta are uncertain. We offer the “Pay Later” option when booking, which lets you cancel your reservation free of charge.
It is possible to rent some car categories with a debit card linked to Visa, MasterCard or another internationally recognized company.