It was my first time renting a car abroad, so I was a bit confused initially. However, after carefully reading the instructions, I managed to find the rental place without any issues. PS: Good English skills are necessary to avoid communication barriers.

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Picking up a car from Budget at San Francisco Airport is very convenient. Follow the signs to take the Blue Line shuttle train to the rental car center, where you can see all the rental companies. When handling the rental paperwork, submit the driver's licenses and translation documents for all drivers, as well as a credit card for each driver. The rental cost was almost the same as what I booked on QEEQ. You just need to print out the order, sign it, and you’re good to go. The staff at the counter will give you a slip with the car’s parking location. Check the car for any issues and drive off. It’s much more convenient than renting a car in China.

The car was very new and in great condition. Returning the car was very quick and convenient. However, there were a lot of unexplained additional charges. As I was rushed, I didn't inquire in detail but later discovered many inexplicable fees.

i had problems with my reservation with budget. at the counter they wanted to see my israeli passport and drivers license. i had the passport but no knowing i might need my foreign license i did not bring it. they at first refused to honor my reservation as is including all insurances and told me to try somewhere else. finally the manager said if i could show a boarding pass or something showing i was outside the usa when i booked the car they would honor it. i did not have my boarding pass but fortunately i found something issued by israel as i passed through passport control that showed i left israel on dec 19. it was stressful and i had no idea i would need documentation as i booked the reservation in dollars in english and i also have a new york drivers license.

great rates including insurances works well for me as i dont have auto insurance in america. but i dont recall anything on the documentation telling me i would need a foreign drivers license to pick up the car. perhaps it is just budget.