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

A few friends and I are going to fly down to Miami for two weeks, but we’re thinking about taking a weekend trip down to Key West. I’m 22, so I just want to make sure that renting a car is a possibility before I book a hotel. How old do you need to be to rent a car in Florida?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You only need to be 21 years old to rent a car in
Florida
. However, you’re typically subject to fees and restrictions due to your age.
If you're under 25, you'll probably have to pay a young driver's fee of about $25 per day. This cost will be included in your rental price, so you'll know exactly how much more you'll have to pay. You may not have to pay an underage fee if you have a clean driving record, have completed a defensive driving course, and have a parent or guardian co-signer.
These costs are imposed due to the higher risk associated with
younger drivers
, who are statistically more likely to be involved in an accident.
Call ahead to your preferred rental company to find out more about fees and restrictions on car rentals for young drivers. Although you can purchase
rental car insurance
from the rental company, it’s usually far overpriced. Plus, your car insurance policy will typically cover rentals.
MORE: How to save money on car rentals
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