Renting a car in another country involves more than choosing the model. Before arriving in Florianópolis, confirm that your documents allow you to drive in Brazil and that you meet the rental conditions. Bumba assists international visitors through direct contact to arrange collection, return, accessories and booking questions. Confirmation must consider your circumstances, not just your nationality.
Check your licence before travelling
Senatran guidance refers to CONTRAN Resolution 1,020/2025. Recognition of foreign licences depends on applicable rules; it is not universal. Check the international driving permit requirement for your document and carry a valid licence, identification and entry evidence. Consult official guidance for the issuing country before travelling.
Separate driving eligibility from rental conditions
Being legally allowed to drive does not mean your booking is approved. Ask Bumba which documents you must present, which conditions apply to drivers and how payment and preauthorization work. State who intends to drive and obtain confirmation before including another person in your plans. Also check the exact collection and return times and locations rather than relying on assumptions made when you booked your flight.
Prepare for arrival and the first drive
Keep your flight information, full accommodation address and the contact agreed with the team readily available. If your arrival time changes, let them know through the channel used for your booking. At collection, allow time to learn the controls, check the vehicle and ask about fuel and return arrangements. Choose a simple first route to your accommodation instead of trying to visit several beaches immediately after landing.
Connectivity and protection belong in the plan
A SIM card, phone holder and charger can be requested, subject to availability and prices. Check phone compatibility and save maps and addresses offline. Set the GPS before moving off and stop somewhere safe to use your phone. Compare the protection options; if you intend to rely on card insurance, confirm the conditions directly with the provider. Keep your rental information accessible for the whole stay rather than leaving it only in a conversation that requires an internet connection.
On the road, when parking and at return
Wear your seat belt and check the child restraint before leaving. Follow signs and posted speed limits, watching for junctions, cyclists and motorcyclists. When parking, check permission, fees and time limits; do not block driveways. Allow for traffic between areas of the island. Confirm the correct fuel, refuelling policy and agreed mileage. Keep receipts when requested and avoid leaving refuelling until the last minute. Also ask which support channel to use and which procedure to follow if an incident occurs.