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For visitors from The Bahamas · MIA & FLL

Rent a Car in Miami with Your Bahamian Driver’s License

Nassau and Freeport are a short hop from Miami — and yes, you can drive here on your Bahamian licence. It’s in English, so Florida needs no translation or International Driving Permit. iRent welcomes foreign licences and Bahamian bank cards, with a free airport shuttle. Newer cars from $39.99/day.

🇧🇸 Bahamian licence accepted  ·  🌎 Bahamian cards welcome  ·  🚌 Free 24/7 airport shuttle  ·  💳 No US credit card needed

Can I drive in Florida with a Bahamian licence?

Yes. Florida allows visitors to drive on a valid home-country licence, and your Bahamian licence is in English — so no translation and no International Driving Permit are required. Perfect for weekend shopping trips, family visits, and connecting flights through Miami. iRent makes it easy where the big chains make it hard.

Bahamian licence accepted

Drive on your valid Bahamian driver’s licence — English, so no IDP or translation. Just bring your passport too.

Bahamian bank cards work

Use your Visa or Mastercard from any Bahamian bank — debit or credit. No US card needed.

Perfect for short trips

Weekend shopping, medical visits, or a Miami layover — grab a car with none of the airport-counter drama.

Free shuttle both airports

Free 24/7 shuttle from MIA and FLL, and after-hours pickup so a late flight from Nassau is never a problem.

iRent vs. the big chains

Why Bahamian travellers pick iRent over the airport chains.

 
National chains
iRent
Foreign driver’s license
Varies / IDP demanded
Accepted
International / foreign card
Usually refused
Debit & credit welcome
US credit card required
Almost always
Not required
Free airport shuttle
Sometimes
Free 24/7 from MIA & FLL
English & Spanish service
Varies
Always bilingual
Starting price
Higher airport rates
From $39.99/day

What you need to rent (from The Bahamas)

Straightforward, and we help you sort it at pickup.

1. Your driver’s license

Your valid Bahamian driver’s licence. It’s in English, so no translation and no International Driving Permit are required in Florida.

2. Your passport

Bring your passport as your photo ID for the rental — standard for all international visitors.

3. A card in your name

Pay with a Visa or Mastercard — debit or credit, including cards issued in your home country. Prepaid cards aren’t accepted and the card must match the renter’s name.

4. Coverage + a refundable deposit

Add iRent’s collision & liability coverage at booking (the easy option with no US insurance), or use your own policy. A refundable security hold is placed on your card and released at return. Drivers 21+ — a young-driver fee applies for ages 21–24.

Bahamian licence — Miami car rental FAQ

Can I rent a car in Miami with a Bahamian driver’s licence?

Yes. iRent accepts a valid Bahamian driver’s licence to rent and drive in Florida. It is in English, so no translation or International Driving Permit is required. Bring your licence and passport.

Do Bahamians need an International Driving Permit for Florida?

No. An IDP is only needed when a licence is not in English. The Bahamian licence is already in English, so it is accepted on its own; an IDP is optional.

Can I pay with my Bahamian bank card?

Yes. Visa and Mastercard from Bahamian banks are accepted — debit or credit — for the rental and the refundable hold. No US credit card required. The card must be in the renter’s name.

What do I bring from The Bahamas?

Your valid Bahamian driver’s licence, your passport, and a Visa/Mastercard in your name. Add iRent’s coverage at booking if you don’t have US insurance.

What is the minimum age to rent?

21. Drivers aged 21–24 pay a small young-driver fee. Bring your Bahamian licence and passport.

Do you serve both Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports?

Yes — free 24/7 shuttle from MIA (Miami Springs) and FLL (Dania Beach), with after-hours key pickup for late arrivals.

Book your Miami rental — Bahamian licence welcome

Newer cars, no US credit card required, free 24/7 airport shuttle. Reserve online or message us on WhatsApp before you fly in.

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Miami Airport (MIA)

Miami Springs branch — minutes from the terminals, free 24/7 shuttle. MIA →

Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

Dania Beach branch — near FLL & Port Everglades. FLL →

Cruise ports

PortMiami & Port Everglades — self-service pickup.