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Under-25 Car Rentals: Young Driver Surcharges & Fee Waivers

How drivers aged 18–24 can rent a car in the US: age requirements, daily young driver fees, and fee waiver tricks.

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Guide Key Takeaways & Overview

How drivers aged 18–24 can rent a car in the US: age requirements, daily young driver fees, and fee waiver tricks.

Key Travel Facts & Insights

Minimum rental age is 21 with most major US rental companies
New York and Michigan require rentals to 18-year-olds by state law
AAA membership or corporate discount codes frequently waive under-25 fees

Age Requirements & Daily Surcharges

While most major US car rental companies rent to drivers aged 20–24 (and 18 in NY/MI), they impose a daily Young Driver Fee ranging from $15 to $35 per day.

Minimum rental age is 21 with most major US rental companies
New York and Michigan require rentals to 18-year-olds by state law
AAA membership or corporate discount codes frequently waive under-25 fees

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I waive the under-25 young driver fee?

Joining AAA or using specific USAA / corporate AWD discount codes often waives the daily young driver fee with Hertz, Avis, and Budget.