Budget Car Rental – Global Self-Drive Solutions for Travellers
Budget is one of the world’s leading car rental brands, offering convenient, reliable, and affordable self-drive options for travellers across the globe. It enables travellers to book self-drive vehicles worldwide and enjoy complete freedom while planning their journeys.
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Global Presence
- Available in 120+ countries worldwide
- Rental stations primarily located at airports and city centres for maximum convenience
- Wide range of vehicles suitable for leisure, business, and family travel
Self-Drive Concept & Flexibility
Budget allows travellers to design their own itinerary at their own pace. Customers can pick up vehicles from one city or airport and drop them off at another location (subject to local policies), making it ideal for:
- Road trips
- Multi-city holidays
- Business travel
Licence Requirements for Indian Travellers
- Indian driving licence is accepted in many countries
- The licence must be in English
- Some destinations may require an International Driving Permit (IDP)
- Country-specific requirements should be checked at the time of booking
Age Limit & Young Driver Surcharge
- Minimum driving age: 25 years
- Travellers aged 21–25 years can rent with a young driver surcharge
- Surcharge amount varies by destination
Insurance Coverage
- Third-Party Insurance is included in the standard rental rate
- Additional insurance options can be purchased at the rental counter
- Third-party insurance includes Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) up to a certain limit
The insurance coverage depends on:
- Rental location
- Car category
- Number of rental days
Booking Information
Budget offers two booking channels:
B2B Portal (For Travel Agents)
- Exclusive portal for travel agents
- Designed for global car rental bookings
Consumer Website
Travellers can book directly at:
one.budgetinternational.com/en_GB/BudgetIndia
- Dedicated customer support from the Mumbai-based team
- During booking, travellers must enter pick-up and drop-off location, date, and time
- The system displays available car categories, best pricing, and options
- Applicable to both B2B portal and consumer website
Payment Details (Important)
- Payment is made at the rental counter during vehicle pick-up
- Payment must be done using the credit card of the driver
- Cars cannot be issued without a valid credit card
