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Can I rent a car in South Africa with a picture card type UK?
I heard that now need an international driver's license to rent a car in SA otherwise not covered by insurance … is this true?
Not sure exactly, is a good idea to get a license international driving anyway, it's a good ID. Your UK license should be fine, you have your passport and a credit card (for rent) and should not be a problem! http://www.avis.co.za/main.asp?ID=243&RootItemID=243
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