Car Hire Podgorica: No Deposit, No Credit Card

Select "Podgorica" as your pick-up location, choose your hire dates and click "Search". Compare offers by price and conditions, choose the best option and complete the booking online. You will then receive a confirmation email with your pick-up voucher.

Car hire offices are located at Podgorica Airport, in the city centre around Trg Republike (Republic Square), along Boulevard Svetog Petra Cetinjskog and near the main bus station. Many hotels can also arrange car hire or vehicle delivery.

You will need a valid driving licence held for at least one year (some companies require two years), a passport or ID card, a credit card in the driver’s name, and your booking voucher. EU driving licences are accepted.

The minimum age to hire a car is usually 18, although many companies require drivers to be at least 23 for certain vehicle categories, particularly larger SUVs and premium cars.

Yes, most companies allow one-way hire within Montenegro, for example from Podgorica to Budva, Tivat Airport, Kotor or Bar, for an additional fee depending on the distance. Cross-border travel to neighbouring countries (Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, Serbia, Kosovo) may be possible with prior notice, additional insurance (Green Card) and extra charges. Always check the terms before booking.

There are very few toll roads in Montenegro. The main one from Podgorica is the Sozina Tunnel towards the coast (Bar), costing around €2.50 for passenger cars, payable in cash (euros) at the toll booth. Most roads in and around Podgorica, including routes to the coast, national parks and neighbouring countries, are free.

Both international and local car hire companies operate in Podgorica, including Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Budget (through local partners), as well as reputable local operators such as Meridian Rentacar, Green Motion Montenegro, YU Tim Car Rental and others. Offices are located at Podgorica Airport and throughout the city centre.

Yes, FindYCar offers weekly or monthly hire in Podgorica, often at reduced rates compared to daily prices.

Yes, FindYCar offers car hire in Podgorica without a deposit. Use the "No Deposit" filter during your search. As these options are limited, it is recommended to book in advance to ensure availability.

Most companies require a credit card in the driver’s name for the deposit. Some vehicles on FindYCar can be booked using a debit card. Use the "Debit Card" filter during your search. Availability may be limited.

Yes, most hire cars in Podgorica can be equipped with a child seat (infant seat, child seat or booster). Prices usually range from €5–€10 per day or €30–€50 per week. Child seats are mandatory for children under 12 years old or shorter than 135 cm.

Prices vary depending on the season, vehicle class and hire duration: economy cars around €15–€30 per day, compact cars €20–€40 per day, saloons/SUVs €40–€85 per day, and premium vehicles €60–€130 per day.

Most offers on FindYCar include unlimited mileage within Montenegro, allowing you to travel without distance restrictions.

Popular routes from Podgorica include Budva and the coast (1 hour via the Sozina Tunnel), Kotor and the Bay of Kotor (1.5 hours), Sveti Stefan (1.5 hours), Cetinje (40 minutes), Lovćen National Park (1 hour), Lake Skadar (30–45 minutes), Ostrog Monastery (45 minutes), Durmitor National Park and Žabljak (2.5 hours), Biogradska Gora (2 hours), Ulcinj (2 hours), as well as international trips to Shkodër in Albania (1.5 hours) or Dubrovnik in Croatia (2.5 hours). Podgorica’s central location makes it an ideal base for exploring Montenegro.

You can cancel your booking via your FindYCar account or by contacting customer support. Most bookings allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before vehicle collection.