Driver's License in United Arab Emirates
To rent a car and drive in the United Arab Emirates the driver must present a valid driver's license which has been held for at least 1 or 2 years (according to different car rental company).
Customers with the following national driver's license can drive in the United Arab Emirates without an International Driving Permit (IDP): Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Romania, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. Please note that customers from Greece, Japan, Korea and Turkey must present a valid translation of their licenses approved by the Council or Embassy.
All other customers must present a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) together with their original driver's license at the
*Attention! Some car rental companies would have different requirements. Please check Terms and Conditions during the booking process.
November 3, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The deposit was refunded instantly within the agreed time, with no hidden charges. They even gave me a free upgrade to a Lexus RX. The staff were efficient and prompt. I'll definitely choose them again next time.
View moreOctober 25, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The car was new, the garage was excellent, and the process was very smooth. The staff at the rental company were great. Thumbs up!
View moreOctober 23, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Great attitude and prompt responses.
View moreOctober 22, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied
View moreOctober 22, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Efficient return process
View moreOctober 20, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied
View moreOctober 20, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied.
View moreOctober 20, 2025
Destination: Dubai
No extra charges.
View moreOctober 16, 2025
Destination: Dubai
When picking up the car, they mentioned upgrading the vehicle, but I ended up with a JAC SUV that was a bit difficult to drive. The car's Bluetooth required a USB cable connection—luckily, I brought one with me. The car was a bit slow to accelerate, and the steering wheel would vibrate on the highway, making my hands feel numb. However, considering the rental price, the overall experience was good. The car had no major issues or faults.
View moreOctober 15, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very good.
View moreOctober 13, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very friendly.
View moreOctober 12, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The car model provided was not the same as the one reserved, and they did not inform me at the time of pickup. Since I needed to cross the border after picking up the car, I researched extensively and found this company to be relatively convenient and capable of meeting the cross-border requirements. Overall, the experience was good, and the process was relatively efficient.
View moreOctober 11, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Gulf Car Rentals is pretty good.
View moreOctober 11, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The car rental offices of Alamo, National, and Enterprise are combined, and the signage is small, making it hard to find.
View moreOctober 9, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied.
View moreOctober 9, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Pretty good overall. It's my first time renting a car here, and everything went smoothly. I'm just not sure if there will be any additional charges later.
View moreOctober 7, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The overall service was good, and they promptly replaced the car when there were issues.
View moreOctober 7, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very good.
View moreOctober 7, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
The location is easy to find, and picking up and returning the car is very convenient.
View moreOctober 7, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The queue was a bit long, but the return process was very quick and straightforward. They mentioned there are no extra fees for tollways and refunds, which is quite good.
View moreOctober 5, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Very satisfied
View moreOctober 4, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The service was a bit slow.
View moreSeptember 29, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Excellent service.
View moreSeptember 24, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Pretty good.
View moreSeptember 21, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Satisfied
View moreSeptember 21, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Excellent, great service.
View moreSeptember 21, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The service was attentive and prompt, the price was reasonable, very satisfied.
View moreSeptember 20, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
A very satisfying experience, felt great.
View moreSeptember 19, 2025
Destination: Dubai
I always use this company.
View moreSeptember 7, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Pretty good. Worth renting from here.
View moreSeptember 6, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Upgraded the car model for free.
View moreSeptember 6, 2025
Destination: Dubai
I have rented many times. Someone is always waiting at the door when I get off the plane. Communication is smooth, and there are no unnecessary tricks.
View moreSeptember 5, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Free upgrade, good vehicle condition, and easy rental procedures.
View moreSeptember 2, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The car was very new, performed well, and was clean both inside and out with no unpleasant odors.
View moreAugust 29, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Contacted at the airport for car pickup, the car was upgraded, and the staff was very friendly. Communication through WhatsApp was relatively convenient. When returning the car, I couldn't find their office. It’s recommended to return the car directly at the airport and inform them in advance through the app for a smoother process. There were some additional charges during the return, which I didn't calculate in detail. The parking fee of 40 AED needs to be paid by you.
View moreAugust 28, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Only one person available, sometimes not present.
View moreAugust 24, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied with the overall service.
View moreAugust 23, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Satisfied
View moreAugust 19, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Overall satisfied, the only issue was the persistent low tire pressure warning, which required me to go to the gas station every few days to inflate the tires. Communication with their customer service in English was difficult.
View moreAugust 19, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Satisfactory
View moreAugust 17, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Good service, simple and fast, with clear instructions.
View moreAugust 17, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Extremely satisfied
View moreAugust 17, 2025
Destination: Dubai
It's very convenient. Traveling in the UAE definitely requires driving.
View moreAugust 13, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The efficiency of pick-up and drop-off services was good. While I understand the rule for replacement within the same car category, being forced to accept a downgrade without a price reduction is unreasonable and shows a lack of contractual awareness.
View moreAugust 11, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
The staff at the pickup location was very enthusiastic. Late at night, they helped us handle the issue with the demagnetized credit card information entry. It was a very pleasant car rental experience.
View moreAugust 11, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Good service with a new car, no insurance upselling, and no extra hidden charges.
View moreAugust 10, 2025
Destination: Dubai
August 5, 2025
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Average
View moreAugust 4, 2025
Destination: Dubai
Very satisfied, excellent service.
View moreJuly 30, 2025
Destination: Dubai
The deposit was not refunded in a timely manner, and communication was poor.
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