Here are some rules and regulations generally offered by rent a car companies in Abu Dhabi. You must be aware of these rules before renting a car. If not, you can get into trouble or get a huge bill.
10 Things you should know before renting a car in Abu Dhabi.
10 Things you should know before renting a car in Abu Dhabi.
1. You are not allowed to take the car outside UAE
The rented vehicle is not legal to be driven outside the UAE. Therefore, It is strictly not allowed to take rented car while crossing the border.2. Insurance policy
Lost or any damage to the vehicle will not be covered in insurance policy.3. Charges and security deposits
This amount should be paid in advance. Most rental companies have the policy that you should pay charges and security deposit for the vehicle in advance. Accordingly it is advisable to pay the advance through cheque or credit card for the registered driving licence.4. Drivers should possess registered driving license
You should have a valid UAE driver’s licence. But if you own international driving licence or driving licence from reputed countries, you don’t need to get UAE driving licence to drive on the UAE roads.
5. Minimum age limit
Age limit for driver is minimum twenty one years.6. Accident breakdown policy
In case of accident the renter must notify the police if the vehicle gets damaged in an accident the rental company may charge you for the loss. Also in case your car doesn’t work properly or breaks down you must contact the company immediately otherwise they may charge you for the damage.7. Traffic fine policy
For instance, the driver was charged with some traffic fines. Then the company will recover it from security deposit
8. Additional facilities
Charges for additional facilities are applied. Such as for facilities including driver navigation system, car delivery, etc.
9. Read the company policy clearly
Like everywhere in the world you should read the company’s policy clearly before renting a car in Abu Dhabi. Most well-known companies have their websites. Therefore, go through their different packages and check out company’s daily or weekly rates for different car models.
