{"id":2489,"date":"2026-01-04T18:55:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T18:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/?p=2489"},"modified":"2026-01-04T18:55:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T18:55:10","slug":"how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure","title":{"rendered":"How to Pick Up a Rental Car: Step-by-Step Procedure"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>What is the procedure to <strong>pick up a rental car<\/strong>? Today, we want to guide you through the steps to receive the car that will accompany you throughout your trip.<\/p>   <p>Here are some <strong>tips for picking up your vehicle<\/strong>.<\/p>   <div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_48 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Indice dell&#039;articolo<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69db6f9d46dff\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69db6f9d46dff\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\r\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure\/#Rental_Car_Collection\" title=\"Rental Car Collection\">Rental Car Collection<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure\/#Step_1_Go_to_the_Rental_Desk\" title=\"Step 1: Go to the Rental Desk\">Step 1: Go to the Rental Desk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure\/#Step_2_Waiting_Time\" title=\"Step 2: Waiting Time\">Step 2: Waiting Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure\/#Step_3_Required_Documents\" title=\"Step 3: Required Documents\">Step 3: Required Documents<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ellepirental.com\/blog\/en\/car-rental-guides\/how-to-pick-up-a-rental-car-step-by-step-procedure\/#Signing_the_Contract_and_Vehicle_Handover\" title=\"Signing the Contract and Vehicle Handover\">Signing the Contract and Vehicle Handover<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rental_Car_Collection\"><\/span>Rental Car Collection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>   <p>First-time travelers may not always be clear about the <strong>rules for renting a car<\/strong>, especially when it comes to collecting the vehicle. It is a fairly simple process that can be completed in just a few steps\u2014nothing complicated or impossible. The key is knowing exactly what you need to pick up the car or motorcycle you have booked.<\/p>   <p>The most important thing is to remember to bring the <strong>required documents<\/strong>: ID card, driving license, and the <strong>accepted payment methods<\/strong> of the rental company.<\/p>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Go_to_the_Rental_Desk\"><\/span>Step 1: Go to the Rental Desk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>   <p>After collecting your luggage, the first thing to do is locate the rental desk. They are usually found in the arrivals area; in other cases, they may be located near the baggage claim belts. If you\u2019ve passed this area, don\u2019t worry: in most cases, the office also has a presence in the public terminal area.<\/p>   <p>At <strong>smaller airports<\/strong>, the rental desk may be located outside the terminal, within a short walking distance. In these cases, the voucher for collection will include directions. Otherwise, you can contact the rental company by phone or ask for guidance inside the airport.<\/p>   <p>Remember to check if your chosen company provides a <strong>free shuttle service<\/strong> that takes you directly to the rental office.<\/p>   <p>Regarding <strong>opening hours<\/strong>, make sure to verify them in advance. Rental offices generally follow the airport schedule and remain operational as long as flights are arriving or departing. Therefore, you shouldn\u2019t encounter any problems picking up your car.<\/p>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Waiting_Time\"><\/span>Step 2: Waiting Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>   <p>During peak periods, waiting times before receiving your vehicle can be quite long, sometimes up to half an hour. <strong>Rental procedures take time<\/strong> and may require up to <strong>15 minutes<\/strong> to complete.<\/p>   <p>Our advice is to reach the rental desk as quickly as possible, ahead of other passengers, to reduce the line in front of you. This tip is especially useful if your schedule is tight and you need the car as soon as possible.<\/p>   <p>If there\u2019s a queue, take the opportunity to prepare all the documents they will ask for and carefully double-check what is included in your rental package.<\/p>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Required_Documents\"><\/span>Step 3: Required Documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>   <p>You will need three documents:<\/p>   <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Valid driving license<\/strong> \u2013 make sure everything is in order before departure;<\/li> <li><strong>ID card<\/strong> or <strong>passport<\/strong>, also valid;<\/li> <li><strong>Credit card<\/strong> or another <strong>payment method<\/strong> accepted by the rental company.<\/li> <\/ol>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signing_the_Contract_and_Vehicle_Handover\"><\/span>Signing the Contract and Vehicle Handover<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>   <p>To formalize the rental, you will need to sign the contract. It is very important to read it carefully to ensure that everything is correct, as previously agreed. In particular, check for:<\/p>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Any mileage limits;<\/li> <li>Fuel policy;<\/li> <li>Restrictions on which roads you can or cannot take;<\/li> <li>Type of insurance coverage.<\/li> <\/ul>   <p>After signing, the company will hand you the <strong>keys<\/strong> and provide instructions on where the vehicle is parked.<\/p>   <p>Looking for a rental agency for your holiday? Our <strong>car rental at Olbia Airport<\/strong> is perfect for you: find out how to reach us!<\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the procedure to pick up a rental car? 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