Does SIXT work with a foreign bank card in Bahrain?

Yes - SIXT accepts foreign-issued cards in Bahrain.

Is SIXT available in English?

Yes, SIXT has an English-language interface.

Do I need a local phone number to use SIXT?

No, an international phone number generally works for SIXT.

Do I need local ID or residency for SIXT?

No, SIXT doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.

How much does SIXT cost?

Price per day by car category; unlimited kilometres included

Bahrain · Taxi & Cars

SIXT

Name: SIXT
Brand: SIXT

SIXT is an international car rental company with branches at Bahrain Airport, Manama and Riffa, where visitors book a self-drive car online with unlimited kilometres and drive with an International Driving Permit.

What it helps with

Hiring a car at Bahrain airportCars are collected at the SIXT branch at Bahrain Airport or in Manama and Riffa.
Minibus for a group tripThe fleet runs from compact cars to minibuses seating up to 15 people.
No mileage limit around BahrainRentals include unlimited kilometres, with child seats and GPS as extras.

About SIXT

SIXT rents cars in Bahrain from its airport branch and locations in Manama and Riffa. The fleet ranges from compact cars to minibuses for up to 15 people, including automatic, economy, luxury, SUV, minivan and convertible categories. Cars average about three months old, and rentals include unlimited kilometres. Foreign drivers need a passport and an International Driving Permit.

Key Features

Airport and city branches: Pickup at Bahrain Airport, Manama or Riffa.
Unlimited kilometres: No mileage cap on rentals.
Wide fleet: From compact cars to 15-seat minibuses.
Extras: Child seats and GPS can be added.

How to Get Started

Open the SIXT Bahrain page or app and choose a branch.
Select dates and a car category.
Book with the driver's details.
Collect the car with your licence, International Driving Permit and passport.

Before you use it

Sign-up: Foreign drivers need a passport and an International Driving Permit, and the licence must be at least one year old.
Fees: The minimum age is 18, and drivers under 21 pay a young driver surcharge.
Good to know: Cars in the fleet are on average about three months old.

Foreign card OK English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SIXT work with a foreign bank card in Bahrain?: Yes - SIXT accepts foreign-issued cards in Bahrain.
Is SIXT available in English?: Yes, SIXT has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use SIXT?: No, an international phone number generally works for SIXT.
Do I need local ID or residency for SIXT?: No, SIXT doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use SIXT?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does SIXT cost?: Price per day by car category; unlimited kilometres included

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Please take me to this address (show it on the map) من فضلك، خذني إلى هذا العنوان. min faḍlak, khudhnī ilā hādhā al-ʿunwān
How much will it cost? كم الأجرة؟ kam al-ujra?
Please turn on the meter من فضلك شغّل العداد. min faḍlak shaghghil al-ʿaddād
Can I pay by card? هل يمكنني الدفع بالبطاقة؟ hal yumkinunī ad-dafʿ bil-biṭāqa?
Stop here, please توقف هنا من فضلك. tawaqqaf hunā min faḍlak
Thank you شكرًا. shukran

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