Documents Required to Rent a Car in Karachi (2026)

Renting a car in Karachi is refreshingly straightforward, but the paperwork depends on whether you book a car with a driver or self-drive. Here’s the simple checklist.

If you book a car with a driver (most common)

This is the easiest option, and how most people in Karachi rent. Because our professional driver stays with the vehicle, the requirements are minimal:

• A copy of your CNIC (or passport, for visitors).
• A confirmed booking with your name, pickup location, dates and the vehicle.

That’s it. No security deposit on the vehicle, no driving licence needed from you, and no large upfront hold. It is why chauffeur-driven hire is the default for weddings, airport runs, business travel and family outings. See our fleet or book a car with driver.

If you book self-drive

Self-drive means you’re responsible for the vehicle, so rental companies in Karachi will typically ask for:

• A valid Pakistani driving licence (held for a reasonable period).
• Your original CNIC plus a copy.
• A refundable security deposit (amount depends on the vehicle).
• Sometimes a utility bill or proof of address, and a second contact reference.

Terms vary by company and vehicle class, so always confirm the exact deposit and conditions before you book.

For tourists and overseas Pakistanis

Visiting Karachi? You can absolutely rent here:

• With a driver (recommended): just a passport copy and your booking. The driver navigates the city for you, ideal if you don’t know Karachi’s roads.
• For airport arrivals, a pre-booked flight-tracked airport pickup means your driver is waiting with your name as you land.

For companies and corporate accounts

Businesses renting monthly or in bulk usually provide:

• Company letterhead or a purchase order.
• Authorised signatory CNIC.
• Account details for monthly invoicing (with tax documentation).

We set up corporate accounts with dedicated cars, drivers and monthly billing.

The bottom line

For the vast majority of customers in Karachi, renting a car with a driver needs nothing more than your CNIC and a booking: quick, low-hassle, and you skip Karachi traffic entirely. Self-drive needs a licence and a deposit. If you’re not sure which is right for you, read with-driver vs self-drive in Karachi, or just WhatsApp us and we’ll guide you.