National Car Rental additional driver policy depends on the exact booking and pickup terms. The 2 research notes below show what is documented, which conditions matter, and where a branch confirmation is still needed.
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Before you rely on a policy
Amounts and eligibility can change by branch, vehicle, card, and booking. A pending hold is different from a settled charge.
What the policy actually says
| Policy point | Applies when | Amount / status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| National additional driver daily feeverified scoped | Market: US; State exclude: NY; Contract exceptions: Yes | $15/driver/day | Official policy ↗ |
| National New York additional driver feeverified scoped | State: NY; Market: US; Contract exceptions: Yes | $5/driver/day | Official policy ↗ |
- National lists a $15 daily charge for each additional authorized driver in the U.S., subject to spouse, partner, corporate, membership and disability-related exceptions; New York has a different listed rate.
- National lists a $5 daily additional authorized driver charge in New York, subject to qualifying exemptions and contract terms.
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Check the rule against your booking
- Put every intended driver on the agreement.
- Check relationship and state-based fee waivers.
- Ask whether a daily charge has a cap.
- Save the location terms and signed agreement before leaving the counter.
What to do next
Use the related tool for a conditional estimate. If your location is not covered by a verified rule, the result will remain unverified instead of using another branch's rate.
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Official sources
- National additional driver fees ↗ www.nationalcar.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
- FTC consumer guidance on renting cars ↗ consumer.ftc.gov · reviewed 2026-11-02
Research checked 2026-11-02. Pickup terms and signed agreements can change. Verify your booking details before paying.
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