Rent a car with a foreign driving licence near Giessen
Rent a car with a foreign driving licence near Giessen with buyer protection, best price guarantee and flexible payment. On Rentlo you rent directly from verified rental companies in and around Giessen and book exactly the vehicle you see: no “or similar”, no surprises.
- 1 vehicle within 50 km
- from 350 € per day
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Available cars in Giessen
With a licence from an EU or EEA country, you can usually drive in Germany and Austria without any further formalities. For licences from other countries, it depends on your residence, time limits and the script. Around Giessen you'll find offers whose terms you can check calmly before sending a request.
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About Giessen
- Population
- 89,179
- District
- Giessen
- State/canton
- Hesse
- Country
- Germany
- Postcodes
- 35383, 35384, 35385, 35386, 35387, 35388 …
- Nearest city
- 52 km to Frankfurt am Main
- Vehicles within 15 km
- 0
- Price range per day
- from €350 per day
- Nearest offer
- 48 km away
Giessen is a town in Hesse in Germany with around 89,179 inhabitants.
Neighbouring places include Heuchelheim, Allendorf an der Lahn, Linden and Wettenberg. The nearest city is Frankfurt am Main, about 52 km away.
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A rental car in and around Giessen gives you freedom for day trips, moving house, appointments in the region or simply a special drive.
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Prices: Car rental with a foreign licence in Giessen
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 350 € | 350 € |
| Weekend | 699 € | 699 € |
| 1 week | 1,799 € | 1,799 € |
| 1 month | 5,999 € | 5,999 € |
Prices from rental companies on Rentlo within 50 km, incl. VAT, as of 02.11.2026. Final price depends on dates, protection package and extras.
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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.
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FAQ: Car rental with a foreign licence in Giessen
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Support & help›Where is Giessen?
Giessen is located in Hesse in Germany. Neighbouring places are Heuchelheim, Allendorf an der Lahn, Linden and Wettenberg.
How much does it cost in Giessen?
Within 50 km there are currently 1 matching vehicles, from €350 a day.
Can the car be delivered in Giessen?
Many rental companies offer delivery and collection. Filter by “delivery” in the search; price and radius are shown on the vehicle.
Can I rent a car in Giessen with a foreign driving licence?
Yes, if your licence is valid here and the rental company accepts it. EU and EEA licences are usually straightforward; for other countries it depends on residence, time limits and the script. The rental company's terms are listed with every offer.
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.
Does renting with a foreign licence cost more?
The rental price usually depends on the car and the rental period, not on the country that issued your licence. Around Giessen, prices on Rentlo start from €350 a day. Some rental companies do have their own conditions for foreign licences, for example regarding the deposit.
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.
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How does renting in Giessen 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.
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
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.
What rental companies may also require
Regardless of the legal rules, every rental company sets its own conditions: a minimum age, a minimum number of years holding a licence and usually a passport or ID card. Not all payment methods are always available for the deposit. You can see minimum age, licence held since and deposit type with every car.
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.
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