Additional Driver in a Car Rental Contract in Baku: Free, Who Qualifies and Why It Matters
In short. At Karavan Rent A Car in Baku an additional driver is added to the rental contract free of charge. A contract can have two drivers: the main driver and one additional driver. The additional driver is added when you collect the car — you can’t add a driver later, during the rental. Both drivers are insured, but if someone who isn’t in the contract drives, the insurance doesn’t apply.
The road to Sheki, Guba or Lankaran means several hours behind the wheel each way. When there are two of you, it makes sense to take turns: one drives, the other rests. But you can only take turns in one case — if the second person is officially listed in the rental contract. Otherwise the first scratch could prove very expensive.
Who an additional driver is
A second, or additional, driver is a person listed in the rental contract alongside the main renter. They have the same right to drive the car, and the insurance covers them in the same way. For the rental company, they’re a full driver, not “a passenger who sometimes takes the wheel”.
Karavan’s terms at a glance
| Question | At Karavan |
|---|---|
| Cost | free |
| Drivers per contract | two: the main driver and one additional driver |
| When to add | only when you collect the car |
| Documents | the additional driver’s passport and driving licence |
| Requirements | the same as for the main driver: age and experience |
| Insurance | covers both drivers |
Why add an additional driver
- Long routes. A trip to the mountains or to the sea in the south means hours at the wheel. With two of you it’s easier: you can take turns and stay fresh.
- Safety. Fatigue at the wheel is more dangerous than it seems. With someone to hand over to, you never have to push on when tired.
- Family trips. Couples or friends can take turns instead of making one person the “permanent driver” of the holiday.
- Business trips. Colleagues can swap between meetings.
- Peace of mind. If the main driver feels unwell, the second can legally take the wheel and the insurance stays valid.
How to add an additional driver: 3 steps
- When booking, tell the manager that two people will drive, and send photos of both drivers’ passports and licences on WhatsApp or Telegram.
- The manager checks the documents in advance so there are no surprises at pick-up.
- When you collect the car, show the additional driver’s original documents — they’re added to the contract and can drive from that moment.
It’s all free: there’s no charge for an additional driver.
What to know in advance
- You can’t add a driver after pick-up. If you decide to take turns once you’re on the road, it’ll be too late, so plan this before you collect the car.
- Only one additional driver can be added. If there are three or more of you, decide in advance which two will drive.
- The requirements are the same. The additional driver must meet the same age and experience terms as the main driver: the standard is ages 21 to 65 with at least one year’s experience. More in our article on car rental from age 21.
- Insurance rules apply to both. The exclusions apply to both drivers: for example, insurance doesn’t apply if the driver left the scene of an accident or was intoxicated. More in our article on car rental with full insurance.
The main mistake: “I let a friend drive”
The most common and most expensive mistake is letting someone who isn’t in the contract drive. “Just a couple of kilometres”, “he’s a great driver”, “no one will know” — but if something happens at that moment, the insurance doesn’t apply. That means all the damage, both to the car and to third parties, falls on the renter.
The rule is simple: only people listed in the contract drive. If you need a second driver, add them at pick-up — it’s free and takes a few minutes.
Free, with no hidden charges
At many rental companies, an additional driver is a separate paid option that customers only find out about at the rental desk. Under the price disclosure standard promoted by the ACRA association, all such charges must be known in advance. Karavan keeps it simpler: an additional driver is added free of charge.
FAQ
How much does it cost to add an additional driver?
At Karavan Rent A Car in Baku — nothing, it’s free.
How many drivers can be listed in a contract?
Two: the main driver and one additional driver.
Can I add an additional driver during the rental?
No, the additional driver is added only when you collect the car.
What documents does the additional driver need?
A passport and a driving licence — the same as the main driver. More in our article on documents for car rental.
Can the additional driver be 21?
Yes, on the same terms as for the main driver.
What happens if someone not in the contract drives?
The insurance doesn’t apply, and all the damage falls on the renter.
Conclusion
An additional driver is convenient, safer, and free at Karavan. The key is to add them when you collect the car and never let anyone outside the contract drive. Message a Karavan Rent A Car in Baku manager on WhatsApp or Telegram at +994-55-455-22-45 and mention straight away that two people will be driving.
Read also
- Car rental in Baku: all terms and requirements 2026: read the article
- Documents for car rental in Baku: read the article
