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Beijing, China
Travel Services · Car Hire
Car Hire
Compare car hire worldwide with destination-aware guidance — licence rules, included cover and the best providers at every destination.
Can I book it?
Compare car hire
Why should I book here?
Built on how you actually travel
Compare like-for-like
Rates between providers vary 20–30% for the same car category.
Know your cover
Check included insurance — at-counter add-ons can double the listed price.
Licence rules by country
Many countries require an International Driving Permit alongside your licence.
Inspect at pickup
Photograph any damage to avoid disputes on return.
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Car Hire in China
Compare car hire prices across multiple providers — rates can vary 20–30%. Many countries require an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your national licence, and at-counter insurance can double the listed price. Check included cover before booking.
Makutet recommends
For most visitors to China, we recommend comparing car hire across multiple providers before booking — rates vary 20–30%, and inclusive insurance usually beats the add-on sold at the counter.
Quick facts
- Currency:CNY (Chinese yuan / renminbi)
- Visa:30-day visa-free entry for many Western nationals (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Poland — but NOT the UK or US at time of writing).
Things to avoid
- Hidden insurance add-onsAt-counter insurance can double the price — check if your travel insurance covers excess before you leave.
- International Driving PermitMany countries require an IDP alongside your national licence.
Local tips
- Install and test a VPN (Astrill, LetsVPN, ExpressVPN) before you land — without it you cannot reach Google, WhatsApp or Instagram.
- Set up Alipay Tourcard with your foreign card before departure — China is increasingly cashless, and foreign credit cards are rarely accepted.
- Book high-speed trains on Trip.com with your passport number — real-name verification is mandatory for all rail travel.
- Carry your passport at all times — required for train travel, hotel check-in and many attractions.
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Many countries require an IDP alongside your national licence — check the rules for your destination before travel.
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