Cyprus

Car rental in Dhekelia

Cars from local rental companies in Dhekelia: pick your dates to see real cars with total price, deposit and insurance.

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Cars in Dhekelia

Pick pick-up and drop-off dates — the form shows available cars, total price, deposit and insurance.

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Licence & road rules

Driving in Cyprus: 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.

EU / EEA licence
Valid

An EU/EEA licence is fully valid in Cyprus, just like at home.

UK licence
Valid

A UK licence is valid on its own in Cyprus — no IDP needed.

US licence
IDP advised

A US licence is legally valid, but rental desks or police may ask for an International Driving Permit — get one before you go.

Visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence; rental companies may ask non-EU drivers for an IDP; rental insurance usually does not cover the north.

TrafficOn the leftright-hand drive — take it easy at first
Speed limits, km/h50 / 80 / 100town / rural / motorway. Minimum 65 km/h on motorways
Alcohol limit0.5 ‰blood alcohol; 0.2 for learner, novice and professional drivers
Driver agefrom 21usually 1–2 years’ experience; young-driver fees apply
Emergency number112police, ambulance, fire
Tolls

No toll roads or vignettes.

Tip: Rental cars have red number plates that mark them as hire cars; check whether your insurance covers driving across the Green Line into the north (it usually does not).

How to rent a car

Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Dhekelia.

Choose a car
  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Book online

    The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.

    Confirmed by the company
  4. 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 Dhekelia?

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 Dhekelia?

EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is fully valid in Cyprus, just like at home. UK licence: A UK licence is valid on its own in Cyprus — 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. Visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence; rental companies may ask non-EU drivers for an IDP; rental insurance usually does not cover the north.

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 Cyprus?

Typically 50 km/h in towns, 80 km/h outside towns and 100 km/h on motorways. Minimum 65 km/h on motorways. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.

Are there toll roads or vignettes in Cyprus?

No toll roads or vignettes.

What is the drink-driving limit?

The limit is 0.5 ‰ blood alcohol (0.2 for learner, novice and professional drivers). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.