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How old do you have to be to rent a car in Denmark?

Rental age, licence years and the under-25 fee.

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Short answer

Rental companies set their own age limits, and they are higher than the legal driving age of 17. At Avis in Denmark the driver must be at least 19 when collecting the car and must have held a full, valid licence for at least one year. Drivers under 25, including additional drivers, pay a young driver fee of around 100 kr. per day per driver as of November 2026, and some locations charge more. Certain car types can have a higher minimum age, while there is no upper age limit.

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Why

  1. Each rental company sets its own limit.
  2. At Avis the minimum is 19 with one year of licence.
  3. Under 25 costs extra per day.

Details

Drivers under 25 at Avis can choose from a limited set of car groups, and larger or premium cars may need an older driver.

Tip

Check the age rules for the exact rental location and car group before you book, because the young driver fee and limits can differ by location.

What may differ

Other rental companies have their own age limits and fees, so the numbers here apply to Avis only.

Common misconception

If you are old enough to drive in Denmark, you are old enough to rent a car.

What actually happens

You can drive from 17, but rental companies set higher limits, such as 19 with one year of licence at Avis.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules, fines and fees can change, so check the Danish authorities before you drive.

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