Car Hire Requirements In South Africa

Requirements when making the car booking:

  • Valid driver’s licence which has been valid for at least three years with a minimum age of 21 years old
  • A credit card to make the payment and hold a deposit

Driver requirements:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • A valid driver’s licence for at least three years 

We have the right to verify that your driver’s licence is valid and may refuse to rent a vehicle to you if your licence has been suspended, revoked or restricted in any way.

CAR RENTAL AGE REQUIREMENTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

To rent a car in South Africa, you must be at least 18 years old (age may vary by car category and location) and have held your license for one year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Seatbelts are mandatory.

RULES OF THE ROAD

Traffic travels on the left in South Africa and there are very heavy fines enforced on the spot for speeding.

Speed Limits & Gas Stations in South Africa 

  • City: 37mph/60kph
  • Highways: 74mph/120kph

Gas Station Availability – Most gas stations are open 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm with some stations open 24 hours.

Parking & Tolls in South Africa

There are some toll highways in South Africa.

Parking can be a problem in the major cities in South Africa. Parking garages are an excellent idea if you can find one with space available.

How much does it cost to rent a car in South Africa?

On average hiring a car in South Africa costs R2 287 per week (R327 per day).