Car Hire for Under 25 Drivers in Vilamoura, Portugal

FAQs - Car hire in Vilamoura, Portugal under 25

Why do you have to be 25 to rent a car in Vilamoura, Portugal?

According to worldwide traffic accident statistics, drivers under 25 are much more likely to get into road incidents than older people. And since every accident involves damage to the vehicle, it turns into a headache and material losses for the car hire company. That is why you can drive without extra charges after the age of 26.

However, car hire for under 25 years old is also possible. Many Vilamoura, Portugal agencies provide underage deals with certain conditions. But drivers must pay the Vilamoura, Portugal young renter fee, which varies from company to company.

How to rent a car in Vilamoura, Portugal when you are under 25?

You must comply with the age policy and have the necessary documents on hand. The minimum age for collecting a vehicle in Vilamoura, Portugal is 19. At the same time, if you are 24 and less, companies apply a Youthful Surcharge, which averages £25-30 per day.

Besides the age requirements, customers must present certain Vilamoura, Portugal car hire documents in order to drive. They include:

• A printed version of the voucher found in your email after booking
• Full driving licence held for a minimum of 1 year before starting the trip
• International driving permit (IDP) that must accompany your original licence if it’s not printed in Latin
• Passport or national ID to verify identity
• A suitable payment method such as a credit or debit card in the chief driver’s nam

Are there any restrictions for young drivers under 25?

Underage travellers are a special category of renters, so Vilamoura, Portugal car hire companies apply unique conditions to them. First, agencies use certain hire car class restrictions. According to them, full-size autos, minivans, luxury/premium models, and large SUVs are not available for young driver car hire. Also, such drivers must pay an under 25 fee, which depends on the company - as we have already mentioned - and is payable upon picking up the car.

Can you hire a VAN under 25 in Vilamoura, Portugal?

You can hire a van under 25 if you meet the company’s age policy. Also, you must hold your driving licence for at least 1-2 years with no major endorsements in the past years, and possible daily underage charge for drivers of 24-21 years old. However, make sure the supplier doesn’t restrict renting passenger vans for young renters.

Can I rent a car at 21 in Vilamoura, Portugal?

The official restrictions of the country you are driving in determine the minimum age. In most global destinations, including Ireland, Greece, the Netherlands, and Australia, suppliers provide car hire for 21-year-olds. At the same time, 21 is the legal age throughout the US, except for Michigan and New York states, whose governments allow 18-year-old renters.

Finally, the minimum age to pick up an auto in Vilamoura, Portugal is 19. However, you should always check official government restrictions and the company’s policy before travelling, to ensure you meet the legal age.

How much to rent a car for under 25 in Vilamoura, Portugal?

Cheap rental cars for under 25 years old are waiting for you at Rental24.co.uk. The minimum price near Vilamoura, Portugal is £18 per day or £97 per week for Mini Renault Twingo from KEDDY BY EUROPCAR. At the same time, the maximum rate reaches £74 per day or £906 per week. Please note that the car hire price in Vilamoura, Portugal depends on the company, vehicle class, trip duration, and seasonal demand. For exact rates for your desired dates, fill out the search form at the top of this page.

How much is the under 25 fee in Vilamoura, Portugal?

When collecting a vehicle as a driver aged under 25, you must pay a daily extra charge. In the following table, you can check the young driver fees for different companies in Vilamoura, Portugal represented below.

Check out the list of companies and their young driver surcharges per day in Vilamoura, Portugal:

Vendor	Standard car rental age	Young driver age	Under 21 car rental fee
	25 to 99 years	21 to 24 years	$ 10.68
	26 to 99 years	23 to 25 years	$ 5.62
	23 to 99 years	20 to 22 years	$ 5.62
	25 to 75 years	21 to 24 years	$ 5.62

Vilamoura, Portugal rental car companies with no ‘under 25 fee’

All companies apply underage charges to young renters to offset the potential costs associated with vehicle damage. Thus, you won’t find a supplier with no ‘under 25 fee’ in Vilamoura, Portugal. The only way to avoid under 25 fee is to take advantage of the waivers provided by some agencies under special conditions.

How to waive under 25 car rental fee in Vilamoura, Portugal?

Young renter fees may increase the daily rental cost by more than 50%. Therefore, it makes sense to think about how to avoid or reduce this charge.

The good news is that some employers and universities have official agreements with companies, according to which each young driver in Vilamoura, Portugal can waive under 25 fee. Military and government employees travelling on order also avoid underage charges from the age of 18. That is, you can pick up a car rental for the military under 25 without additional age-related payment. When planning your trip, read the Terms and Conditions carefully, or contact the chosen car hire company to find out about available fee waivers.

Which car rental companies accept debit cards to hire a car under 25 in Vilamoura, Portugal?

If you want to rent a car under 25 with a debit card, choose deals from Hertz, Thrifty, or Dollar. You can also find some less popular local vendors in Vilamoura, Portugal that allow you to use a debit card.

What are Motability cars for under 25 in Vilamoura, Portugal?

Motability vehicles are cars, mobility scooters, or powered wheelchairs provided by a charity called Motability. They are accessible to people with a disability or an illness that makes it impossible to move around. Travellers can take Motability cars under 25 to EU countries, plus Iceland, Switzerland, Norway, and Liechtenstein (however, special documents are required).