Driver's License in South Africa
If your driver’s license is not in English or doesn’t have a stamped photograph, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required together with the original driver’s license.
For driver's licenses from countries not part of the international driver's license treaty, an official translation of the license in English must be presented with the original license.
The license should be held for at least 2 years with no major endorsements.
*Attention! Some car rental companies would have different requirements. Please check Terms and Conditions during the booking process.
February 20, 2025
Destination: Johannesburg
Ja, besser als erwartet
View moreFebruary 4, 2025
Destination: Johannesburg
It's 2024. We have self-driving cars, we're exploring Mars, but my credit card can't handle a transaction in South Africa? Seriously? I'm starting to suspect the international banking system is powered by hamsters on tiny treadmills.
View moreFebruary 2, 2025
Destination: Cape Town
Waited very long for the car-most frustrating as was pressed for time
View moreJanuary 14, 2025
Destination: Cape Town
It was OK - we ended up with a Suzi Swift
View moreJanuary 12, 2025
Destination: Bloemfontein
It was a terrible experience, we had to pay in even though we paid the whole rental fee through QEEQ, the car we received was an “upgrade” from them but it was in fact smaller, dirty, smelled and had stains on the seats. They did not even find our booking and didn’t take our booking confirmation email from QEEQ as proof.
View moreDecember 24, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
Super
View moreNovember 25, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Busy, fine
View moreOctober 20, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
Great experience with all staff
View moreSeptember 25, 2024
Destination: Durban
Too long wait for the car. Car wasn't ready when I got there.
View moreSeptember 18, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
Everything was according to the plans and arrangements
View moreAugust 13, 2024
Destination: Durban
Use Europcar for leisure & business never disappointed
View moreAugust 7, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
the car provided was not the same and slightly smaller than the option chosen
View moreJuly 31, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
A pretty good service experience, staff were friendly.
View moreJuly 28, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Service was good, but the security deposit is refunded two weeks after the return, not a credit card pre-authorization, it's a direct charge which is a bit annoying. Also, the invoice is not provided on the spot and has to be sent later by email. I haven't received it yet...
View moreJuly 22, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Suzuki Swift with aftermarket radio that didnt charge devices. Bluetooth didnt work. Not a great car.
View moreJuly 6, 2024
Destination: Durban
It actually exceeded my expectations. Fuel efficient too
View moreJuly 6, 2024
Destination: Durban
Excellent service from Brian and his team
View moreJune 22, 2024
Destination: Escourt
Great, it's a chain store.
View moreMay 19, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
The rental company is a well-known international brand and the service is good, but the efficiency is somewhat low. Initially, they gave us a Nissan Qashqai with a leaking tire. Later, they upgraded the vehicle, which caused a bit of a delay.
View moreApril 18, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Absolutely satisfied
View moreApril 8, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
First time renting a car in South Africa, very convenient
View moreMarch 19, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
The vehicle whilst spacious was not powerful for steep climbs when fully loaded with x4 adults and luggage as a result a change of car was provided.
View moreMarch 6, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Tempest services were amazing
View moreMarch 4, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Very satisfied. Although it wasn't the specified car, they provided a new car of the same class, which was great.
View moreFebruary 29, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
all good nothing to report
View moreFebruary 21, 2024
Destination: George
The vehicle was in excellent condition.
View moreFebruary 6, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Good
View moreJanuary 26, 2024
Destination: George
Europcar is excellent, with great service. Renting from a big brand gives you peace of mind.
View moreJanuary 19, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Very satisfied
View moreJanuary 17, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
The service was great this time.
View moreJanuary 12, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
Car booked was not available at the time of hire so had to settle for a lower grade car until it could be replaced a week into the hire. Both cars were older than I would usually expect but serviceable.
View moreJanuary 9, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
The park sensors did not work.
View moreJanuary 8, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
Merci à Europcar et surtout à Gavin au guichet qui nous a dit avec un grand sourire que la voiture était neuve! Très facile à trouver.
View moreJanuary 2, 2024
Destination: Johannesburg
Initially received a car that seemed to have some accident damage but they changed it. Struggled to locate the pick up but when we found it the staff were helpful.
View moreDecember 19, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
EUROPCAR, DID NOT ALOW ME TO EXTEND MY STAY ON THE WEBSITE. I TRIED ALL OF THE REF NO's BUT IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO DO IT ONLINE. I TRIED NUMEROUS TIMES TO REACH AN OPERATOR TO SPEAK TO. IT WAS A DIFFICULT EXPERIENCE. I WAS NOT ABLE TO DO AN AMENDMENT ONLINE. I AM WORRIED THAT DAILY COST OF HIRING A VECHILE THROUGH QEEQ WILL BE VERY INFLATED FOR THE x1 EXTRA DAY NEEDED, AS I WAS NOT ABLE TO DO A CHANGE ONLINE THROUGH QEEQ OR EUROPCAR. I EVENTALLY MANAGED TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE WHO NOTED I NEEDED THE CAR FOR ONE MORE DAY ON THERE SYSTEM. ON HANDOVER OF CAR, I WENT TO MAIN OFFICE AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO GIVE ME A COST FOR ONE EXTRA DAY EITHER.
View moreDecember 14, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
Did not get the car I reserved. Needed the large suv. Got one much smaller.
View moreDecember 13, 2023
Destination: East London
Good service
View moreDecember 12, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
Excellent brand new car which exceeded expectation. Very friendly and efficient operatives in parking lots on pickup and drop off. Only glitch was an unexpected charge of 588GBP which caused some unease, but QEEQ dealt with for me. We didn't seem to get correct paperwork on pick up, but it was all sorted in the end.
View moreDecember 3, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
The whole process of collection and drop off was handled efficiently and very politely by excellent staff. The car was in very good condition. It was a good experience throughout.
View moreNovember 7, 2023
Destination: Hoedspruit
Car was changed at pickup. Car had NO windshield washer fluid in tank. Could have led to serious consequences, before I discovered it. Had many rocky roads & conditions that required a Clean Windshield!! Car Registration was out of date!!. At a police check, the officer told me to report this to Avis, as this should have been updated before rental. The tires were under inflated & had to be filled halfway through my journey. These problems were brought to attention of Avis Supervisor (Travis) at Capetown Airport. I am seeking compensation from Avis management for the unsatisfactory condition of the pickup vehicle. My vehicle condition Report was submitted to Avis management Nov 2/23 for followup. ***
View moreSeptember 21, 2023
Destination: Johannesburg
Easy procedure
View moreSeptember 18, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
Excellent car condition, very friendly staff.
View moreSeptember 18, 2023
Destination: Johannesburg
Good car.
View moreSeptember 4, 2023
Destination: Bethlehem
Computer stuff was very helpful . The car exceeded my expectations. Well balanced in driving . I really loved the car !!
View moreAugust 29, 2023
Destination: Johannesburg
Too many extra charges
View moreJuly 25, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
The guy at the collection point was not super friendly and helpful and took his time - understand it was late but they knew we were coming... The car was a bit smelly when we arrived and our requests were all ignored. Overall, it was ok but not the easiest car for the CT roads that are rather hilly.
View moreJuly 24, 2023
Destination: Lanseria
Lanseria Tempest staff were very friendly and professional.
View moreJuly 20, 2023
Destination: Johannesburg
Staff were great.
View moreApril 28, 2023
Destination: Cape Town
There was no service and no safety instructions provided. As a result, I was robbed with my car window smashed within two kilometers of the rental location, in about ten minutes. It might be because I didn't have glass and chassis insurance, but their service was non-existent, causing significant financial loss. However, the window claim process was timely and efficient, with all expenses covered.
View moreJanuary 13, 2024
Destination: Cape Town
The car was fine but ultra sensitive acceleration and braking made it a pretty bumpy ride. Ended up always starting in second gear which was better but a bit strange?
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