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How old do you need to be to rent a car in Arizona?

I’ve always wanted to see the Grand Canyon, but I don’t want to pay for an expensive tour. Instead, I’m going to fly to Phoenix and rent a car. However, I’m only 20 years old, and I’m not sure if I’m legally allowed to. How old do you need to be to rent a car in Arizona?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You only need to be 18 years old to rent a car in
Arizona
.
That said, most rental car companies will add a young driver surcharge to your bill to offset the risk of renting to you if you're under 25 years old. In addition, the rental car company may also restrict what type of car you can rent. 
Pro tip: Call ahead to the car rental company to find out their policies.
If you want to save money before your trip, use the
Jerry
app to shop around for affordable coverage. In most cases, this insurance policy will also cover your rental, saving you money over the often-expensive
rental car insurance
.
MORE: How to save money on car rentals
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