The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Dammam are: Smart Car, Chevrolet Matiz, Ford Fiesta, Nissan Micra, Toyota Yaris, Suzuki Swift and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Saudi Arabia vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.
If your routes in Saudi Arabia are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.
At the rental office in Dammam, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.
Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.
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Detailed FAQ on the rental process
Within a year, the driver may not be aware that he needs to pay several fines. He can get the receipts for payment during the scheduled maintenance inspection, or when the driver decides to go to another country.
The local police have the right to charge a fine right on the spot. If the driver, for whatever reason, cannot pay the fine, he will receive a receipt, with which he can go literally to every bank to make the payment. All penalty receipts should be paid within a month. If this is not done, then the amount of the fine will be doubled.
The country is known by a very strict approach to the use of alcoholic beverages, so in Saudi Arabia drivers should completely stop consuming them. Driving while intoxicated is one of the few violations that have not only a fine as a punishment, but also corporal punishment and imprisonment.
