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Why choose Avis for your car rental in Lebanon and worldwide

The first car rental company in Lebanon, with the country's largest fleet and six decades of service.

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1964
Renting cars in Lebanon since
2,000
Vehicles - the largest fleet in Lebanon
7
Branches, including Beirut airport
100+
Employees

Avis has been renting cars in Lebanon since 1964, which makes it the oldest car rental company in the country and the first Avis licensee in the Middle East. Six decades later it runs a fleet of around 2,000 vehicles, the largest in Lebanon, from 7 branches that include a counter at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.

This page sets out what Avis Lebanon offers and why travellers and residents choose it, using figures published by the company and by independent travel platforms. Reservations are made on the official website, www.avis.com.lb (opens in a new tab).

Reasons

Why choose Avis in Lebanon

  1. 01

    The oldest car rental company in Lebanon

    Avis opened its first office in Beirut in 1964, before any other rental brand, and has operated continuously ever since - through every chapter of the country's recent history. Avis Budget Group has recognised that longevity with Long Service Awards for 50, 55 and 60 years.

  2. 02

    The largest fleet in the country

    Around 2,000 vehicles, from economy hatchbacks to SUVs, people carriers, hybrids and prestige models such as Range Rover, Jaguar and BMW. A fleet this size means availability in high season and a genuine choice of vehicle class.

  3. 03

    Seven branches and an airport counter

    Pick up at Beirut airport or at branches in Beirut, Sin el Fil, Zouk, Tripoli and Tyre. One-way rentals between branches and delivery to hotels can be arranged through the reservation team.

  4. 04

    24-hour assistance and in-house maintenance

    Round-the-clock breakdown assistance across Lebanon, backed by the company's own maintenance facilities that service every vehicle type using manufacturer-recommended genuine parts.

  5. 05

    Award-winning service

    Avis EMEA Licensee of the Year in 2016, Lebanon's Leading Car Rental Company every year from 2018 to 2025, a Rentalcars.com Customer Favourite award for the airport branch in 2024 and a Booking.com Traveller Review Award (8.9/10) in 2025.

  6. 06

    A global brand with worldwide coverage

    Avis operates around 5,500 locations in some 165 countries across every continent, and Avis Lebanon is part of that network. Book from anywhere on avis.com or avis.com.lb, use your Avis Preferred number and airline miles, and rely on the same international service standards and global customer care you would get renting in Paris, Dubai or New York.

  7. 07

    International standards, local team

    ISO 9001 certified since 2016, with uniformed, multilingual chauffeurs for airport transfers and chauffeur-driven hire, and a local reservation team reachable by phone, email and WhatsApp.

Background

Avis Lebanon: history

Avis entered Lebanon in 1964 through a franchise agreement with Halim Kurban, whose travel and transport group, founded in 1952, remains the licensee today through its affiliate MECAR (Middle East Car Rental). The first office opened in Beirut, making Avis the first car rental company established in Lebanon and the first Avis franchisee anywhere in the Middle East.

The licence has stayed family-owned and operated throughout. In 1998 Avis Europe recognised the business with an Outstanding Achievement Award, and in 2016 Avis Budget Group named Avis Lebanon its Licensee of the Year for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, citing financial growth measured against local conditions, customer service and alignment with the brand.

In 2017 MECAR took part in the first rental fleet securitisation in Lebanon and the Levant, a USD 25 million financing structure that at the time was described as the largest asset-backed securitisation executed out of Lebanon, and which funded further fleet growth.

What they offer

Avis services in Lebanon

Daily and short-term rental
Economy to luxury cars for a day, a weekend or a holiday, with pickup at the airport or any branch.
Long-term rental and leasing
Monthly rental, Business Flex Lease and Business Long Lease for companies, and Lease to Own for individuals.
Chauffeur drive
Airport transfers, VIP Meet & Greet and chauffeur-driven hire with uniformed, multilingual drivers.
Fleet and corporate services
Fleet management for businesses, bus rental and car sales from the ex-rental fleet.
Extras
Child seats, winter equipment and mobile Wi-Fi on request; Avis Preferred loyalty programme and airline miles partnerships.

Vehicles

Avis fleet

  • Economy and compact cars
  • Intermediate and full-size saloons
  • SUVs and 4x4s, including Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and Jeep Wrangler
  • People carriers and vans
  • Hybrid vehicles
  • Prestige models including Range Rover, Jaguar and BMW

Models vary by branch and season. The current fleet and rates are shown on www.avis.com.lb (opens in a new tab).

Where to pick up

Avis locations in Lebanon

  • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport

    Counter in the arrivals terminal for pickup and return

  • Beirut Downtown

    City-centre branch

  • Sin el Fil

    East Beirut branch, convenient for Metn and the northern suburbs

  • Zouk Mosbeh

    Keserwan, on the coastal highway north of Beirut

  • Tripoli

    North Lebanon

  • Tyre (Sour)

    South Lebanon

Opening hours and exact addresses change; confirm them on the official website before you travel.

Recognition

Avis Lebanon awards

  1. 2025Traveller Review Award, 8.9/10 (Beirut airport) - Booking.com
  2. 2025Leaders Club member - Lebanon Opportunities
  3. 2024Customer Favourite Award (Beirut airport) - Rentalcars.com
  4. 2024Long Service Award, 60 years - Avis Budget Group
  5. 2018-2025Lebanon's Leading Car Rental Company - Industry awards, eight consecutive years
  6. 2016Licensee of the Year, Europe, Middle East and Africa - Avis Budget Group
  7. 2016ISO 9001 quality management certification - ISO
  8. 1998Outstanding Achievement Award - Avis Europe

FAQ

Avis Lebanon: common questions

Is Avis the oldest car rental company in Lebanon?

Yes. Avis opened in Beirut in 1964 as the first car rental company in Lebanon and the first Avis franchisee in the Middle East. It has operated continuously since then and received a Long Service Award for 60 years in 2024.

How many cars does Avis Lebanon have?

Avis Lebanon operates a fleet of around 2,000 vehicles, the largest rental fleet in the country, ranging from economy cars to SUVs, people carriers, hybrids and prestige models.

Does Avis have a branch at Beirut airport?

Yes. Avis has a counter at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, and the branch has received a Rentalcars.com Customer Favourite award (2024) and a Booking.com Traveller Review Award (2025).

Where are the Avis branches in Lebanon?

Avis Lebanon has 7 branches, including Beirut airport, Beirut downtown, Sin el Fil, Zouk Mosbeh, Tripoli and Tyre. Check avis.com.lb for current addresses and opening hours.

Can I rent a car with a driver from Avis Lebanon?

Yes. Avis Lebanon offers chauffeur-driven hire, airport transfers and VIP Meet & Greet with uniformed, multilingual drivers, alongside self-drive rental.

Can I book Avis Lebanon from abroad?

Yes. Avis Lebanon takes international reservations through avis.com and the global Avis reservation network as well as on avis.com.lb, so you can book before you fly with an international confirmation, Avis Preferred benefits and the same service standards and customer care as any Avis location worldwide.

How do I book with Avis Lebanon?

Book online at www.avis.com.lb, or contact the reservation team by email at reservation@avis.com.lb, by phone or WhatsApp on 03 021 121.

References

Sources

The figures on this page come from the publications below. Figures such as fleet size and branch counts change over time; the official website is the authoritative source.