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Hertz · Eritrea

Does Hertz require an IDP in Eritrea?

Yes, bring one
Eritrea legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter.
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Hertz in Eritrea
Hertz IDP policyRequired for foreign drivers
Hertz footprintGlobal
Accepted formatLocal rules
Minimum rental age18+ (surcharge under 25)
Drives on theRight

Hertz in Eritrea: the policy in plain terms

Requires an IDP for licences not printed in the Roman alphabet, and for non-EU renters in much of Europe. One of the largest global rental networks, operating in 150+ countries.

Eritrea drives on the right; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and travel permits are needed to leave Asmara.

In Eritrea specifically, eritrea legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter. Self-drive is limited; an IDP, passport and travel permits required.

Hertz runs a global network; at its Eritrea desks, foreign renters are asked for the Local rules-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Eritrea drives on the right, uses the ERN, 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 Hertz counter in Eritrea

  • Your original national driving licence (the IDP never replaces it).
  • Your International Driving Permit in the Local rules format.
  • Your passport and a payment card in the main driver's name.
  • Local payment for the ERN deposit; Eritrea drives on the right with a young-driver surcharge under 25.

Driving rules in Eritrea Hertz renters should know

  • Drive on the right.
  • Travel permits required outside Asmara.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit.
  • Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

Common questions

01
Do I need an IDP to rent from Hertz in Eritrea?
Eritrea legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Hertz will ask for it at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the Hertz desk in Eritrea?
Bring your original national driving licence, your International Driving Permit in the Local rules format, your passport, and the payment card in the main driver's name. Eritrea drives on the right and the minimum rental age is typically 18+.
03
What is Hertz's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP for licences not printed in the Roman alphabet, and for non-EU renters in much of Europe. One of the largest global rental networks, operating in 150+ countries.
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