Fees & surcharges · Travelers
Young driver surcharge
Also called underage fee, young renter fee, under-25 fee, minimum age
What it means
A young driver surcharge is a fee for drivers under a certain age, most often 25. Most rental companies also set a minimum age, commonly 21, and may limit young drivers to some car classes. Both the fee and the age limits vary by rental company, country and car class, and may be paid at the counter rather than included in the online price.
Why it matters
For a driver under 25, this fee can add a large share to the trip cost. Check the age rules and the fee before you book, along with where the fee is paid.
Wording by region
Some US states set the minimum rental age by law, e.g. New York and Michigan, where rental companies must rent to drivers 18 and over (with a surcharge allowed).
Related terms
Also related Senior driver surcharge, Driver's license requirements, Probationary / provisional license, Pay locally