Can you drive a rental car in germany with a US licence?

Question

I am renting a car when I travel to Germany in two weeks. I've read that non-EU members need a international driving licence. Is this true? I only have a valid US driving licence. Will I be able to rent the car?

Answer 1

I rented from Hertz and it wasn't a problem.

Answer 2

http://www.amcham.de/location-germany/dr...

This site should answer any questions you have about driving in Germany on an American license.

Answer 3

Yes you can.No problem.

Answer 4

I am sure there will be no problem.. you have a visa and you are only hiring a car during your stay in Germany and you hold a valid US license so you can hire a car.. if you moved to Germany you would have to get a license that is valid in Europe.. but not as a mere tourist..

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Answer 5

why u don`'t take an international driving licence with you? cost you only a few bucks. you don't have to "make" a international licence.

Answer 6

you just go to AAA to get and international drivers license. my husband got one when we went to germany last year. i do believe it is needed

Answer 7

Make sure you get an international driver's lisence!  They may not check, but it is needed...you don't want to get pulled over and be caught without one.  I believe you can get it from AAA.