Does Localiza require an IDP in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Localiza's minimum rental age is 18 (lowered from 21 across Brazil), but drivers under 21 must add the mandatory "Condutor Jovem" (Young Driver) surcharge at booking; the exact fee is set per rental/location and quoted at reservation rather than published as a flat amount.

A credit card (physical or contactless) in the reservation holder's or financial responsible party's name is required for a pre-authorization hold; debit cards are not accepted for the security guarantee. Customers without a credit card can instead pass a weekday business-hours credit evaluation, with daily rentals up to 28 days available for an approximately R$39.90 fee if approved.

Each additional driver must be registered on the contract and present a valid licence and ID at the counter; Localiza does not publish a flat additional-driver fee, charging it per rate plan and location at pickup. Localiza requires a valid full driver's licence but does not publish a fixed minimum holding period; instead the young-driver surcharge (under-21) is the gating control, so a valid current licence is the stated requirement.

Cross-border driving within Mercosur (Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay) requires the mandatory "Carta Verde"/Green Card insurance and advance authorization, typically requested at booking; one-way rentals returning in a different country incur a one-way fee that is usually higher than the cross-border fee, so both must be arranged in advance.

Foreign customers must present a valid licence from a country in Brazil's "Reciprocity Agreement" plus a passport, and may drive for up to 180 days from their date of entry (respecting the original licence validity); entry must be proven with a passport stamp, boarding pass, or immigration approval document. An International Driving Permit is referenced under the applicable legislation for non-reciprocity or non-Roman-alphabet licences.

There are no nationwide electronic tolls or vignettes, though péage barriers exist on some upgraded routes such as sections around Kinshasa and the Matadi road, paid in cash (Congolese francs or USD). Carry small cash for these and for frequent checkpoints.

In Kinshasa some central zones have regulated/paid parking and informal attendants ('parking boys') who expect a tip to guard the car. Avoid leaving vehicles unattended on the street; use guarded hotel or compound parking where possible.

Traffic police frequently stop foreign drivers and may demand on-the-spot cash payments; insist on official fines and a receipt where possible. Phone use while driving and missing documents are common pretexts, so keep licence, IDP, passport copy and vehicle papers ready.

After a crash do NOT stop to aid injured parties or linger if a hostile crowd gathers - drive directly to the nearest police station or gendarmerie to report it. If safe, stay in the vehicle until police arrive; the general emergency line is 112, though response is slow.