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What Do You Need to Rent a Car?

Showing up prepared saves the whole trip. Here's the complete checklist of what you need to pick up a rental in Florida — and the extras international visitors should bring.

Short answer: You need four things: a valid driver's license, a credit or debit card in the renter's name, to meet the minimum age (21 at iRent), and a refundable deposit (from $250). International visitors also need a license in the Roman/Latin alphabet or an International Driving Permit.

The checklist

  1. Valid driver's license — held for the full rental. Foreign licenses are fine; if yours isn't in the Roman/Latin alphabet, bring an International Driving Permit (IDP).
  2. Payment card in your name — a credit card is standard everywhere. iRent also accepts debit cards for international customers.
  3. Minimum age — 21 at iRent (many national chains require 25). Drivers 21–24 pay a small young-driver fee.
  4. Refundable deposit — from $250, held on your card and released after return (typically 7–10 business days).

What international visitors should bring

Good to know before pickup

✅ Have the license, the card, the age, and the deposit ready and you'll be on the road in minutes.

Frequently asked questions

What do you need to rent a car in Florida?

A valid driver's license, a credit or debit card in your name, you must meet the minimum age (21 at iRent), and a refundable deposit starting at $250. International visitors may also need an International Driving Permit.

Can I rent a car with a debit card?

Yes at iRent — debit cards are accepted for international customers. Policies vary by company, so many require a credit card. See our debit-card guide.

Do I need a credit card to rent a car?

A credit card is the standard everywhere. iRent also accepts debit cards for international renters, which most local companies don't.

What documents do international visitors need?

A passport, your home-country driver's license, and — if your license isn't in the Roman/Latin alphabet — an International Driving Permit. A payment card is also required.

Have your checklist? You're minutes away

License, card, age 21+, deposit — bring those and iRent's self-service pickup gets you rolling fast.

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