Car Rental in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago

Car hire companies across both islands, from airport desks to local family firms. Driving is on the left, and visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence for up to 90 days from arrival.

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About San Fernando

The San Fernando region operates as Trinidad's southern capital and second city, anchoring south Trinidad's economy with comprehensive commercial, administrative, and professional services. The region encompasses the city of San Fernando and surrounding urban communities including Marabella, serving as the south's primary business and retail centre. San Fernando provides diverse dining, premium accommodation, banking, corporate offices, and government services that support the entire southern region. The area benefits from highway infrastructure, port facilities, and connections to industrial zones that drive regional economic activity. Communities throughout the region offer retail shopping, entertainment, healthcare, and educational facilities. San Fernando continues to evolve with commercial investments and infrastructure improvements that strengthen its position as southern Trinidad's economic engine, balancing working city functions with cultural heritage and urban development. Read more about San Fernando

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Guide to Car Rental

A rental car gives you the freedom to explore beaches, villages and lookouts at your own pace. Driving is on the left in Trinidad and Tobago, roads can be narrow and winding, and traffic around Port of Spain is heavy at peak times.

Visitors aged 17 or older can drive on a foreign licence issued by a country that signed the Geneva Convention, for up to 90 days from arrival, or on an International Driving Permit. Carry your licence, the certificate of insurance and a travel document showing your arrival date.

Questions visitors ask

What do I need to rent a car?

A valid driving licence, ID or passport, and a payment card for the deposit. Each company sets its own minimum age and deposit, so check before you book.

Is insurance included?

Policies vary. Ask what the insurance covers, what the excess is, and whether extra cover is available.

Can I take a rental car to Tobago?

Check with the rental company first, as some do not allow their cars on the ferry. Renting a separate car in Tobago is often simpler.