SOUTH AFRICAN DRIVERS LICENSE INFORMATION FOR CAR HIRE IN SOUTH AFRICA

Drivers must have a valid driving license, which displays his/her photograph upon it, or carry your passport with you as positive identification to verify you as the legal holder of the drivers license. Your license must be printed in English so a local traffic officer can establish which class of vehicle you are qualified to drive. If not, either an International license should be purchased before arrival, or an affidavit/letter, printed in English and stamped and signed by a commissioner of oaths stating the class of vehicle you are permitted to drive. The onus is on the driver to prove that he or she is qualified to drive such a vehicle.

Many Car rental companies are now insisting on an International Drivers license.  We would recommend that you apply for an International drivers license from your local AA office before depart from home.

You MUST carry your driving license on your person at all times while driving in South Africa.

For returning South Africans your old green ID drivers license document is no longer valid & therefore not acceptable.  Please obtain an International drivers license before arrival.

VEHICLE AVAILABILITY

Car Rental South Africa has access to a fleet in excess of 8000 new vehicles.  However, all vehicles are subject to availability at time of your booking.  With South Africa becoming an increasingly popular international tourist destination you are strongly advised to book your vehicle well in advance, particularly over the popular summer season September through to April or if you require a large or a specialized vehicle.
Mileage maybe unlimited - but - vehicle supplies are not unlimited !

COUNTRYWIDE BACK-UP SERVICE

Budget Car Rental South Africa operates on a nationwide basis with depots in most towns & airports across South Africa. All our vehicles are less than one year old. In the unfortunate event of an accident or mechanical problem arising, we pride ourselves on being able to arrange a replacement vehicle within hours, subject to availability.

COUNTRIES YOU MAY ENTER

Most of our vehicles will be permitted to cross into Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho & some into Mozambique. Currently we do not allow vehicles into Zimbabwe.