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Terms
Rental terms in Croatia
The basic rules of most rental providers in the country. Exact terms of a specific offer are shown in the city search before payment.
- Driver age — from 21 years.
- Driving experience — from 2 years.
- Drivers under 25 pay a young-driver surcharge.
- Fuel policy: “full-to-full”.
- Cross-border travel to Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia and Montenegro — by prior arrangement at booking.
- Basic insurance (CDW/TP) is included in the price.
- A Full CDW package reduces the excess to zero.
- A deposit (~300 EUR) is held on the driver’s card.
- National driving licence.
- Driver’s passport.
- International Driving Permit (IDP) — if your licence is not in Latin script.
- A bank card in the driver’s name for the deposit.
On the road
Driving rules in Croatia
A driver’s guide for the country — common traveler questions: currency, fuel, speed limits, toll roads.
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Speed limits | 50 city · 90 rural · 110 expressway · 130 motorway (km/h) |
| Blood alcohol limit | up to 0.5 ‰ |
| Daytime headlights | not required |
| Vignette (toll roads) | not required |
| Winter tyres | mandatory from 15.11 to 15.04 |
Traffic rules: Croatia
Right-hand traffic and standard European road rules.
Speed limits: 50 km/h in urban areas, 90 km/h on rural roads, up to 110 km/h on expressways, and 130 km/h on motorways.
Drivers under 24 years old or with less than 2 years of driving experience must reduce out-of-town speed limits by 10 km/h.
Legal blood alcohol limit is 0.05%; for drivers under 24, drivers with less than 2 years of experience, and professional drivers, the limit is 0.00%.
Seat belts are mandatory for all occupants, including rear-seat passengers.
Mobile phones may only be used with a hands-free system.
Children under 12 years old and shorter than 150 cm must use a child seat or booster seat.
Low-beam headlights are mandatory during the daytime in the winter season (approximately from late October to late March), as well as in tunnels, fog, and rain throughout the year.
No vignette is required. Motorways are toll roads with distance-based tolls payable by cash, card, or ENC electronic transponder.
From November 15 to April 15, winter tires or snow chains are mandatory. In mountainous regions (Lika and Gorski Kotar), snow chains may be required regardless of the tires fitted.
A warning triangle, reflective safety vest, first aid kit, and spare bulbs must be carried in the vehicle. Radar detectors are prohibited.
Questions
Frequently asked questions about car rental in Croatia
License, deposit, border crossing, driver age and toll roads.
Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Croatia?
If your driver’s license is issued in the Latin alphabet, your national driver’s license and passport are sufficient. If it is issued in Cyrillic, you will need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
What is the minimum age to rent a car?
By law, you can rent a car from the age of 18, but most rental companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old with at least 2 years of driving experience. Drivers under 25 are often charged a young driver fee.
Is a security deposit required?
In Croatia, a security deposit is usually required and is blocked on the driver’s bank card. The amount depends on the vehicle and insurance. On Carenzzo, you can filter offers with a low or no deposit.
Where can I pick up and return the car?
The most common pickup locations are Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar, and Pula airports, as well as city locations. Delivery to your hotel or the airport is often available.
Can I drive to neighboring countries?
Yes, but travel to Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, or Montenegro must be approved during booking. In some cases, a Green Card insurance certificate is required.
Which insurance should I choose?
Basic insurance is included in the rental price. You can add Full CDW with zero excess, so you won’t pay for minor damage.
What is the fuel policy?
The standard policy is “full-to-full”: you receive the car with a full tank and return it with a full tank.
When is the best time to book?
Demand is highest from June to September, and rental cars are booked quickly. During the high season, it is recommended to reserve your car 4–6 weeks in advance.
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