Car Rental Prague: Complete Guide for 2026

Prague is a wonderful city to explore by car, and renting a vehicle here is easier and more convenient than ever with CarLove. This guide will cover everything you need to know for renting a car in Prague in 2026, including requirements, options, pricing, and travel tips.

Essential Documents and Requirements

To rent a car with CarLove in Prague, you will need:

• A valid driving license

• Passport or id card for European Union citizens

• International driving permit for travelers from the USA, Australia, Canada, and other non-Vienna Convention countries

• Visa if required for European Union stay

• Debit or credit card issued in the renter’s name for payment and deposit hold

Both debit and credit cards have the same documentation requirements.

Understanding Insurance Options

CarLove offers several insurance packages to fit your needs:

• Basic Insurance limits the maximum amount you pay in case of an accident depending on the car category

• Silver Insurance covers any damage to the car body and windows caused by the renter

• Gold Insurance is the most comprehensive, covering the body, windows, tires, rims, and theft — and it requires no deposit

• Deposit-Free option can be added even with Basic or Silver insurance from 10 euros/day

• Deposits are lower than international companies, ranging from 500 to 600 euros instead of 1000-1500 euros

Fleet and Vehicle Options

Our fleet includes fresh, new models from popular brands like Skoda, BMW, Hyundai, Renault, Ford, Dacia, Mercedes, and more. Some models you can find include:

• Skoda Kamiq, Skoda Kodiaq

• BMW 2, BMW 3, BMW 5 series

• Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Staria

• Renault Clio, Renault Traffic

• Ford Focus, Ford Tourneo

• Dacia Jogger, Dacia Duster

• Mercedes C, Mercedes E

We constantly update the fleet with new vehicles under 2 years old.

Additional Services and Benefits

• Free child seats included

• Winter tires included in rental price

• No additional charge for toll roads in Czechia or crossing borders

• Free airport and hotel delivery available for an extra fee

• Free pick-up from our city center office during working hours

• Additional options like roof boxes or snow chains can be rented

• No need to wash the car before return

• One-way rentals across Europe at competitive prices

• 24/7 multilingual customer support

Payment and Deposits

Renting with a debit card is possible, which is rare in the market. Options allow avoiding freezing large sums on cards with deposit-free insurance add-ons. This flexibility helps travelers without credit cards or who prefer debit payment.