RENT A CAR IN ICELAND

The minimum age to rent a car in Iceland is 20 years. Some larger vehicles and 4x4 models may require a higher minimum age. Age requirements are always shown clearly during booking.

Yes. A valid driver’s license held by the main driver is accepted if it is written in Roman characters and has been held for at least one year. Licenses not written in Roman characters require an international driving permit. Learn more in our Driving in Iceland guide.

Walk from the arrivals hall to the Departure Hall, then exit the terminal and cross the P1 parking area to Blue Car Rental’s office (our partners) at Blikavöllur 3 (about 4 minutes)

Yes. Debit cards and prepaid cards are accepted as long as they display a 15 or 16 digit card number. The card holder must be present at pickup. For full details on coverage and charges, see car rental insurance in Iceland.

Yes. You can pay for the booking, but the main driver must be present at pickup with a valid driver’s license to sign the rental agreement.

Only if your license is not written in Roman characters. Otherwise, an international driving permit is not required to rent or drive a car in Iceland.

No. Our rentals include zero excess on covered damage, so no security deposit is required when you pick up the car.