Car rental in Zagreb
Cars from local rental companies in Zagreb: pick your dates to see real cars with total price, deposit and insurance.
Cars in Zagreb
Pick pick-up and drop-off dates — the form shows available cars, total price, deposit and insurance.
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Driving in Croatia: licence and road rules
What you need to rent a car and drive here as a visitor. Rules change — check with your rental company before the trip.
An EU/EEA licence is fully valid in Croatia, just like at home.
A UK licence is valid on its own in Croatia — no IDP needed.
A US licence is legally valid, but rental desks or police may ask for an International Driving Permit — get one before you go.
Foreign licences are valid for visitors up to 12 months; rental companies may ask non-EU drivers for an IDP.
Motorways use a ticket system: take a ticket on entry and pay at the exit booth by cash (euro) or card, or with an ENC tag. A barrier-free electronic system is planned from 1 March 2027.
Tip: Car ferries to the islands (Jadrolinija) fill up in summer, so arrive early or book ahead; the bura wind can close coastal roads and bridges.
How to rent a car
Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Zagreb.
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Choose a city and dates
Pick where and when to collect the car. You can return it to the same place or, with many companies, in another city.
Pick-up and drop-off in the form -
Compare the cars
Each car shows the total price for your dates, the deposit, insurance, mileage limit and driver requirements.
All terms before you book -
Book online
The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.
Confirmed by the company -
Get the keys
Bring your passport and driving licence. The car is handed over at the office, the airport or, often, at your hotel.
Passport + licence
Car rental FAQ
The essentials, so you can plan your trip with confidence.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Zagreb?
It depends on the season, car class and rental length — longer rentals are cheaper per day. The form shows the total price with insurance once you pick dates.
Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Zagreb?
EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is fully valid in Croatia, just like at home. UK licence: A UK licence is valid on its own in Croatia — no IDP needed. US licence: A US licence is legally valid, but rental desks or police may ask for an International Driving Permit — get one before you go. Foreign licences are valid for visitors up to 12 months; rental companies may ask non-EU drivers for an IDP.
Where do I get an International Driving Permit?
Get it at home before the trip: in the UK at PayPoint shops, in the US through AAA, in EU countries from the licensing authority or national automobile club. It is a translation of your licence and is valid only together with it.
What are the speed limits in Croatia?
Typically 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h outside towns and 130 km/h on motorways. 110 km/h on expressways. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.
Are there toll roads or vignettes in Croatia?
Motorways use a ticket system: take a ticket on entry and pay at the exit booth by cash (euro) or card, or with an ENC tag. A barrier-free electronic system is planned from 1 March 2027.
What is the drink-driving limit?
The limit is 0.5 ‰ blood alcohol (Zero for drivers under 24, novice and professional drivers). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.