Car Hire at Corfu airport (CFU)

List of car rental agencies that operate within the Corfu airport (CFU)

The counters of the main car hire companies are located inside the arrivals area of the terminal. It is highly recommended to book your vehicle in advance, especially if you are travelling during the high season.

Companies with a desk at the airport:

Although the specific requirements may vary slightly between rental agencies, in general, the following documents are essential and mandatory in order to collect a vehicle at Corfu Airport:

Required Documentation

Valid Driving Licence: You must present a valid driving licence issued in your country of residence. The licence must have a minimum validity period that usually ranges between 1 and 3 years, depending on the vehicle category and the company.
International Driving Permit (IDP): If your driving licence is not issued in the Latin alphabet (e.g. Greek, Russian, Arabic or Chinese), Greek legislation requires you to present an International Driving Permit (IDP), along with your original licence. For EU licences, it is not required.
ID Card or Passport: A valid official identification document (ID card or Passport) is required to verify the identity of the renter.

Payment and Age Conditions

Credit Card: It is mandatory to present a primary credit card in the name of the driver listed in the reservation. This card is used to block a deposit (security hold) that is released upon returning the vehicle without damages. Debit or prepaid cards are generally not accepted for the deposit.
Minimum Age: The minimum age to rent is usually 21 years old. Additionally, for drivers under 25 years, most agencies apply a young driver surcharge, which must be paid at the desk.

Latest updates: November 05, 2025

5 tips for renting a car abroad

What to consider:

Certify that you have a valid driver's license to drive in the destination country. If you are a foreigner, check if you need to validate your license in your country of origin. It should be noted that the International permit is NOT valid by itself, it must always be accompanied by the National Driver's License.

Documentation and vehicle insurance required according to current traffic regulations.

Take into account the traffic rules that currently apply in the destination country. Maximum speeds allowed on highways, avenues and streets, priorities of passage at intersections without traffic lights, tolerance of allowed blood alcohol, etc.

Direction of movement and the way in which cars should be driven on the streets. If the side where the steering wheel is located in the cars of your country matches the vehicles in the destination country.