Does Thrifty require an IDP in Turkey?

Thrifty in Turkey: 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.

An IDP is recommended and often required to rent a car in Türkiye.

In Turkey specifically, turkey legally requires foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence, so Thrifty will ask for it at the counter. Requested for non-Latin-script and non-EU licences.

Thrifty runs a global network; at its Turkey desks, foreign renters are asked for the Both-format International Driving Permit alongside the original licence. Turkey drives on the right, uses the TRY, 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 Turkey

• 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 TRY deposit; Turkey drives on the right with a young-driver surcharge under 25.

Driving rules in Turkey Thrifty renters should know

• HGS/OGS electronic tolls on motorways and bridges.
• Headlights and seatbelts mandatory.
• 0.05% alcohol limit; zero if towing.
• Carry passport, licence and IDP.

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