Europcar · Switzerland
Does Europcar require an IDP in Switzerland?
Yes, bring one
Switzerland legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Europcar will ask for it at the counter.
Europcar in Switzerland
Europcar IDP policyRequired for foreign drivers
Europcar footprintEurope / Global
Accepted formatBoth
Minimum rental age18+ (surcharge under 25)
Drives on theRight
Europcar in Switzerland: the policy in plain terms
Requires an IDP for non-EU and non-Latin-alphabet licences across its European network. Europe's leading mobility brand.
Non-EU visitors should carry an IDP to drive in Switzerland.
In Switzerland specifically, switzerland legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Europcar will ask for it at the counter. Requested by major desks for non-EU licences.
Europcar runs a europe / global network; at its Switzerland desks, foreign renters are asked for the Both-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Switzerland drives on the right, uses the CHF, and sets a minimum driving age of 18, so an IDP is the document that removes any doubt at the counter.
What to bring to the Europcar counter in Switzerland
- Your original national driving licence (the IDP never replaces it).
- Your International Driving Permit in the Both format.
- Your passport and a payment card in the main driver's name.
- Local payment for the CHF deposit; Switzerland drives on the right with a young-driver surcharge under 25.
Driving rules in Switzerland Europcar renters should know
- Motorway vignette required (sold at borders/petrol stations).
- Headlights on at all times, day and night.
- 0.05% alcohol limit; 0.01% for new/professional drivers.
- Strict speed-camera enforcement.
Common questions
01
Do I need an IDP to rent from Europcar in Switzerland?
Switzerland legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Europcar will ask for it at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the Europcar desk in Switzerland?
Bring your original national driving licence, your International Driving Permit in the Both format, your passport, and the payment card in the main driver's name. Switzerland drives on the right and the minimum rental age is typically 18+.
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What is Europcar's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP for non-EU and non-Latin-alphabet licences across its European network. Europe's leading mobility brand.