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Car rental in Malta with Sixt
Using a car rental in Malta with Sixt is easy. You can choose from a wide range of cars and vans from Sixt's large fleet, so whether you are looking for a budget family car, a 4x4, or a luxury sports car, Sixt in Malta will have a car hire to suit you. Car hire in Malta can be booked online and picked up from locations at Malta Luqa Airport, St. Julian's or Goza. All car rentals are supplied with a full tank of petrol as standard, and additional options such as second drivers and LDW insurance can be added at the time of booking.
Malta driving laws
There are a few rules that drivers from other countries need to be aware of when driving a car rental in Malta, these include:
- Drive on the left hand side of the road, but overtake on the right
- You should not use the car horn in built-up areas, unless you are in danger
- The normal speed limits are 24 mph (40 kmh) in urban areas and 37 mph (60 kmh) in rural areas
- All passengers must wear seatbelts at all times, and children will need an appropriate child restraint
Sixt car rental want you to drive safely in Malta
What to see with your car hire in Malta from Sixt
There are many places to see in Malta, and you will certainly need a rental car to help you see the most of this varied country. You could pick up your hire car at Luqa Airport for a fly and drive holiday around the coast or head inland to the beautiful rural interior of the island. Collecting your car hire at St. Julian's would be the perfect choice if you want to visit the vibrant capital of Valletta and savour the cosmopolitan atmosphere of this part of Malta. Those wanting a quieter time could start their road trip in Gozo, Malta's smaller island neighbour, which is an ideal base for a relaxing driving holiday. Wherever you choose to go, renting a car from Sixt is the ideal way to start your trip to Malta.
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Good to know when renting in Malta
The minimum age for car rental in Malta is 21, with a license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age, and a young drier surcharge applies to those under 25.
You will need a valid driver’s license that has been held for at least 1 year, plus an ID or passport. If your license is in a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Arabic, you will also need an international driving permit.
Debit and credit cards from internationally recognized companies like Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Cash and prepaid cards are not accepted as payment.
Keep in mind that in both Malta and Gozo, driving is on the left-hand side of the road. Speed limits are generally 80 km/h on highways and open roads, and 50 km/h in built-up areas.
Don’t worry if your plans in Malta are uncertain. We offer the “Pay Later” option when booking, which lets you cancel your reservation free of charge.
It is possible to rent some car categories with a debit card linked to Visa, MasterCard or another internationally recognized company.
