Car rental in Istanbul
Cars from local rental companies in Istanbul: pick your dates to see real cars with total price, deposit and insurance.
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Pick pick-up and drop-off dates — the form shows available cars, total price, deposit and insurance.
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Driving in Turkey: 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 valid on its own in Turkey — no IDP needed.
A UK licence is valid on its own in Turkey — 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 tourists for up to 6 months; an IDP is recommended for non-Latin or US licences.
Motorways and Bosphorus bridges use the electronic HGS tag only (no cash). Rental cars come with HGS, and the rental company charges tolls afterwards.
Tip: On Antalya-coast and mountain roads, watch for slow trucks and aggressive overtaking. Speed and red-light cameras are common, and fines reach you through the rental company.
How to rent a car
Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Istanbul.
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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 Istanbul?
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 Istanbul?
EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in Turkey — no IDP needed. UK licence: A UK licence is valid on its own in Turkey — 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 tourists for up to 6 months; an IDP is recommended for non-Latin or US licences.
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 Turkey?
Typically 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h outside towns and 120 km/h on motorways. 110 km/h on divided highways; some motorways are signed up to 140. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.
Are there toll roads or vignettes in Turkey?
Motorways and Bosphorus bridges use the electronic HGS tag only (no cash). Rental cars come with HGS, and the rental company charges tolls afterwards.
What is the drink-driving limit?
The limit is 0.5 ‰ blood alcohol (0.0 for commercial and public-transport drivers). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.
What to do in Istanbul?
Guided tours by local guides, programmes and prices are on our “Things to do in Istanbul” page.