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Does Thrifty require an IDP in Eritrea?

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

Thrifty in Eritrea: the policy in plain terms

Requires an IDP in select countries and for non-Roman-alphabet licences. Budget-friendly brand paired with Dollar in many markets.

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 Thrifty will ask for it at the counter. Self-drive is limited; an IDP, passport and travel permits required.

Thrifty 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 Thrifty 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 Thrifty 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 Thrifty in Eritrea?
Eritrea legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Thrifty will ask for it at the counter.
02
What documents should I bring to the Thrifty 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 Thrifty's general policy on International Driving Permits?
Requires an IDP in select countries and for non-Roman-alphabet licences. Budget-friendly brand paired with Dollar in many markets.
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