We've compiled the table below to provide an at-a-glance guide to the different age, licence and mileage rules used by each of the main UK van hire companies. Young drivers should not despair either. We've listed the minimum age requirements for each company below; as long as you are over 21 you should be able to hire a van.
Please note that while we make every effort to keep this information up to date, we can't guarantee that it is correct. Please contact the hire company concerned directly if you have any questions.
| Company | Min. age | Max. age | Driving License Requirements | Hourly Hire? | Mileage Restrictions? | Travel Outside UK? |
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25 | Usually 75 | Minimum 2 years full UK licence, maximum of 6 points for minor offences. | No | No | No |
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21-25 (depending on van) | Usually none but some branches limit age to 70/75 | Full UK licence held for at least one year and without any serious endorsements or recent disqualifications. | No | No | No |
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21-25 (larger vans/trucks over 25 only) | 75 | Full, clean licence held for at least 1 year. | No | No | See our Driving A Hire Van Abroad page |
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23 (surcharge applies for 23-25 yr. olds) | 74 | Full EU licence held for at least one year or appropriate International Driving Licence - check with Europcar if unsure. | Yes | No | No |
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Usually 21 (surcharges may apply for under 25s) | Varies depending on location | Full UK Licence held for 1 year (2 years in some locations). | No | No | No |