On the current page, you will find information about car rental in Slovakia. The page also gives a short overview of the main car rental and driving restrictions valid in the country.
In order to rent a car in Slovakia, you have to be at least 21 years old. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. A few car classes have a maximum rental age of 70 years.
Cars rented in Slovakia may not drive in Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Herzegovina, Hungary, Israel, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Serbia, Turkey, the former Soviet Union and the African continent.
In Slovakia, driving is on the right and passing on the left. The legal blood alcohol limit is 0 and drunk driving is severely punished. Seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers and children must be 12 years old to sit in the front.
All the road signs and rules comply with European standards. Parking is on the right side of the road; on one-way streets, you may park on the left side as well. In most cities, parking is only allowed in designated lots.
Speed Limits:| Area | Limit |
| City | 50KM/H |
| Open Road | 90KM/H |
| Highways | 110KM/H |
Police: 158
Ambulance: 155
Fire: 150
There are no toll highways in Slovakia.
Slovakia is largely undeveloped and its mountain villages have preserved a traditional way of life. Still, there is much to discover for the travellers. The country has a rich folk tradition accompanied by the influence of broader European trends. Folklore and wine festivals are organised every year.
The capital, Bratislava, is an important commercial centre, surrounded by forests and vineyards. It is full of historical buildings such as the Old Town Hall, Bratislava Castle and Primacial Palace.
Slovakia also offers you plenty of recreational activities and a delicious local cuisine.
Population: 5,430,033
Area: 48,700 sq km
Capital City: Bratislava
Language: Slovak
Time Zone: GMT +1 (+2 in summer)
Monetary unit: Slovak Koruna