Car rental Formentera

If you’re thinking which model is the best for the island of Formentera, we’ll give you some tips:

✓ Size: Formentera has very limited parking and many streets are stretched (many rural streets). For this reason small cars like the Panda are the most used on the island.

✓ Power: the power of the car is not usually important, since the island is small, it only has one road and the traffic cannot be fast.

✓ Capacidad: police checks are very frequent and fines are high, therefore it is recommended not to exceed the plazas of the vehicle ever. Options available for up to 9 seats.

✓ Conditioned air: all the car options (except the classic Mehari) are conditional.

✓ Eléctricos: the island is designed to encourage the use of electric cars. There are free points of charge in all towns. In addition, they do not pay for parking in those assigned places.

✓ Prices: To compare prices only you have to go to our reservation system.

Do I need a license to drive in Formentera?

It is not possible to hire any motor vehicle in Formentera without a license. On the other hand, police controls are very common. To rent a car in Formentera you need:

– Valid driver’s license if you are Spanish or belong to the European community (or one of the countries with an agreement). International license if you do not belong to EU member countries or your country does not have an agreement with Spain (photos or photocopies will not be accepted).

– Credit card. In case you do not have one, you can make the reservation with your debit card if you contract the elimination of excess.

Can I cross with my rental car from Ibiza to Formentera?

It is something totally prohibited and punishable. The fines range from: €1,000 to €10,000 for those people and companies that cross rental cars to Formentera. The photo of the vehicle is taken when leaving the ferry with hidden cameras. You can see the regulations at this link on the official website (Formentera.eco).

What is the minimum age to rent a vehicle in Formentera?

To drive a car in Formentera you need:

– Be over 21 years old and have 2 years of experience for standard models.

– From 21 to 24 years old, for accident reasons, an extra charge of 3 € per day will be made and they will not be able to take advantage of the excess exemption.

– Be over 25 years old with 3 years of experience for 4×4 and special cars.

Can I deliver the car to a different office than the pick up?

You can pick up and deliver the car at any of the associated offices that appear in the web browser. But the order must be made when making the reservation or at the pick up.

Why does it say “… or similar”? (On the Formentera Natural car rental website).

On rare occasions, a car is not available for delivery (either because the previous client has been delayed, or it was not in good condition), in these cases, a vehicle of the same or higher category than the one selected will be delivered.

In the case of the classic Mehari, there is no “similar” car, so it will be dealt with particularly if there are any setbacks.

What insurance is included in the car rental in Formentera?

Rental cars in Formentera always have General Insurance and Civil Liability Insurance. However, it is always rented with a franchise (franquicia in Spanish), you can eliminate this franchise if you pay a supplement per day.

How to eliminate the franchise? How to have total insurance when renting a car in Formentera?

To have Total Insurance or eliminate franchise (the excess), you pay a daily extra that goes from €12 to €14 for the cheapest cars, and €16 to €27 for the most expensive cars.

The supplement to eliminate the excess must be added when signing the contract at the Formentera office, not before.

What is the excess or franchise in car rental in Formentera?

It is the maximum amount that a client must pay in case of damage or theft. For example, in the case of the Fiat Panda (the cheapest car), the vehicle has insurance with an excess of €600, meaning that in case of damage or theft, the customer must pay a maximum of €600 + VAT for the repair. or compensation, from that amount the following expenses will be paid by the insurance.

Now, if you eliminates the franchise (for the Panda paying an extra €12 per day), in case of damage or theft, you will not have to pay anything.

Price of eliminating the Franchise 2025:

To find out which franchise corresponding to each car in Formentera:

The models are grouped by categories (Group A, Group B, C, D, E…) and depending on the letter you can see the amount of the Deductible and the supplement to eliminate or reduce it that corresponds (for example, Group A: deductible of €600 and supplement of €12).

FRANCHISES 2025 for most common MODELS:

• Fiat Panda: Group A: €600 – Eliminate the Excess €12 per day.

• Citroen C3, Peugeot 2008, Fiat Cross. Groups B and C: €700.Eliminate the Excess €14 per day.

• Renault Captur, Automatic, Smart Cabrio, Fiat 500, Suzuki Jimmy, and Mehari Classic Groups D, D1, F, G, K2, G2, L, K, J, HH, H, I, 2: €800. Eliminate/Reduce the Excess €16 per day.

• Traffic Group P: €1,000. Eliminate the Excess €27 per day.

• Mini Cabrio, Jeep Wrangler, New Jeep Wrangler. Groups 3, 4, 5: €2,500. Reduce the Excess €27 per day.

• * VAT included in the extra price per day / VAT not included in the franchise price.

What does not include the elimination of car franchise in Formentera?

Breakage of tires and covers. If you want this to be covered too, there is an extra €2 to €4 per day depending on the model (VAT included).

If you leave the keys inside the car and it is locked. To solve this inconvenience, from €15 is charged.

For the loss of original keys, €250 to €350 are charged, depending on the model.

For models with a soft top, whether manual or electric, any damage or loss to the top or its structure is not covered by the insurance, nor does the deductible reduction apply.

Is fuel included in the car rental in Formentera?

The car is delivered with fuel, a note is taken and it must be returned with the same amount. If it is returned with less, the difference will be charged.

How can I modify or cancel the car reservations made online?

You can cancel (up to 72 hours at no cost) or modify your reservation without problems. To do this, write to us at formenteranatural@gmail.com or call us at 0034 971 321 274, with the booking number.

What price does the cancellation have on the web? Can I have my money back?

There is no cost as long as it is at least 72 hours prior to arrival, then refunds are not allowed.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Formentera?

When you leave the Formentera maritime terminal (La Savina) you only have to travel 100 meters. Delivery will be made at the car rental office. All the information will send to your email when you complete the reservation.

Can I deliver the car after the La Savina office has closed?

If you have to deliver the car at night (3 am for example), There is a mailbox for you to leave the key and parking at the port. Please, let the office know, when you pick up the car or call this number if you decide once you pick it up: 0034 971 321 274.

Electric car rental in Formentera.

We have a section specifically dedicated to electric vehicle rentals in Formentera (follow the link to enter).

Generally speaking, what you should know before renting an electric car in Formentera is the following:

✓ There are charging points in each of the main towns and they are free.

✓ Parking is free at the charging points (painted green).

✓ By tourism law, all legally owned villas have a charging point, but keep in mind that in rural areas the power may not be optimal.

You can see Formentera’s charging points on Google Maps.

* The fleet is always being updated, but this season you can count on the models pictured (P. 2008, Fiat Cross Hybrid and Smart Cabrio).

Hire a car in Formentera with child seat.

There are two options for children: one is the baby chair, and the elevator for older children.

To request it, when completing the reservation you must fill in the “Observations” box with the request for the seat or booster (indicate the age and weight of the child). When removing the car the chair will be waiting.

The price per day of the seat is €4 and the elevator is €3.