Rent a car with a foreign driving licence in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Rent a car with a foreign driving licence in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with buyer protection, best price guarantee and flexible payment. On Rentlo you book exactly the vehicle you see: no “or similar”, no surprises.
- 168 vehicles
- from 79 € per day
Available cars in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
From big cities to small towns: in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, checked rental companies offer matching vehicles on Rentlo. Prices start at €47 a day.
5.0Barleben
VW Golf GTI ClubsportVerified
300 hp20245 seatsDelivery available130 km/day incl.from 119 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
VW Golf 8.5 ClubsportVerified
300 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20235 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 140 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Hagen
VW Crafter Transporter L3
2025250 km/day incl.from age 18from 145 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Hagen
VW Golf GTI Clubsport
300 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 145 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Bergisch Gladbach
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20245 seatsDelivery available200 km/day incl.from 149 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMG
421 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Barleben
Audi RS3Verified
400 hp20265 seatsDelivery available200 km/day incl.from 160 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
Audi RS3 SportbackVerified
400 hp20255 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 170 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
Audi RS3Verified
401 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 180 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMGVerified
421 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 190 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Sulzbach
BMW M2 FaceliftVerified
480 hp20244 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 220 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
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Prices
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | 79 € | 138 € |
| 1 day | 47 € | 242 € |
| Weekend | 139 € | 585 € |
| 1 week | 139 € | 1,216 € |
| 1 month | 139 € | 3,968 € |
Prices from rental companies on Rentlo within 50 km, as of 01.11.2026. All prices are final prices; some rental companies are small businesses and do not charge VAT. Final price depends on dates, protection package and extras.
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Why rent with Rentlo
Every rental company is checked with ID and business registration before going online.
You never pay more on Rentlo than directly with the rental company.
You book the vehicle from the listing, with real photos and videos. No “or similar”.
Payment runs via Stripe and only after the rental company has confirmed.
Deposit, included kilometres, minimum age and cancellation terms are shown up front.
We are there for you around the clock, in the chat and by email.
How Rentlo works
- Find the right carSearch by place, dates and vehicle type and compare real listings with photos, prices and terms.
- Request your datesSend your request. The rental company confirms, only then you pay, securely via Stripe.
- Pick up and driveCollect the vehicle or have it delivered where delivery is offered.
Payments made safe & easy
Pay securely online by card, Revolut Pay, iDEAL, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or later and in instalments with Klarna. Where the rental company offers it, you pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
- Secure payment and buyer protection via Stripe
- Deposit can also be paid online
- With best price guarantee
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Frequently asked questions
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Support & help›How long can I drive in Germany with a non-EU licence?
Generally for up to six months after taking up residence in Germany; after that you need to exchange it. If you're only visiting, this time limit is usually not the issue. This is not legal advice. The driving licence authority can give you a binding answer.
Do I need an international driving permit?
If your licence is not issued in Latin script, usually yes. Some rental companies also generally require it for licences from outside the EU. You have to apply for it before travelling, in the country that issued your licence.
What about Austria and Switzerland?
As a visitor, you can usually drive in both countries with a valid foreign licence. If you move to Austria with a licence from outside the EU, similar time limits apply as in Germany; in Switzerland you usually have to exchange it within twelve months. The responsible authority knows the exact rules.
Which documents do I need to bring to pick-up?
Usually your original driving licence, a passport or ID card and, if needed, your international driving permit. For the deposit you'll need a card, PayPal or cash depending on the offer. The exact requirements are in the rental terms.
Can I drive the rental car to my home country?
That's up to the rental company. Trips abroad are often only allowed to certain countries and by prior agreement, sometimes for a fee or with a cross-border authorisation. Clarify this before booking and have it confirmed.
What is Rentlo?
Rentlo is a marketplace for all kinds of rental vehicles in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You rent directly from verified local rental companies.
How does renting in Germany, Austria and Switzerland work?
Choose a vehicle, pick your dates and send a request. Once the rental company confirms, you pay securely online and collect the car or have it delivered.
When do I pay?
Only once the rental company has confirmed your request. Payment runs via Stripe.
Which payment methods are available?
Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Revolut Pay, iDEAL and Klarna. For some vehicles you can pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
The rental company decides per vehicle. Many deposits can be paid online; otherwise on site.
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How old do I need to be?
Minimum age and licence duration are shown on each vehicle.
How is the vehicle insured?
Vehicles are insured by the rental company, which sets cover and excess.
What is the best price guarantee?
Rental companies offer their vehicles on Rentlo at the same price as directly. Found it cheaper? Let us know.
Can I cancel?
Before confirmation you can withdraw for free. After that the rental company's cancellation terms apply.
Is there a Rentlo app?
Yes, for iPhone and Android, including Rentlo Shorts with real videos and sound.
Guide
Practical tip for pick-up
Bring your original driving licence, ID card or passport and, if needed, your international driving permit. Photos or copies are usually not accepted. If you're unsure whether your licence will be accepted, mention the issuing country in your request. That way you won't be left without a car on the day of handover.
EU, EEA or non-EU: what applies?
Licences from EU and EEA countries are generally valid in Germany and Austria without being exchanged. For licences from other countries, the basic rule in Germany is: once you take up residence here, you can usually drive with it for another six months, after which you need a German licence. Austria has similar time limits, while in Switzerland it is generally twelve months. Only the responsible authority can give you a binding answer.
International driving permit
If your licence is not issued in Latin script, you will usually also need an international driving permit. It is only valid together with the original and is issued in the country that issued your licence, so apply before you travel. Some rental companies require it even for licences in Latin script, so check the terms in the offer.
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