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Login with your Student Beans account or create a new one for free.\n2. Fill in your desired pick-up and drop-off location and dates\n3. Select your vehicle and be sure to double-check the minimum age required. Prices shown are with the discount applied.\n4. Complete the booking process and await your invoice by email.\n5. You're good to go! Head to the branch and pick up your car.\n\nFor more information, please read the SIXT [terms and conditions](https://www.sixt.co.uk/pages/t-c/), [driver's requirements FAQs](https://www.sixt.co.uk/help-center/sections/pick-up-requirements/), and [rental information](https://www.sixt.co.uk/pages/rental-information/) before booking or [contact](https://www.sixt.co.uk/#/help-and-contact) our helpful customer services.\n\n[/column]\n[column]\n[accordion]\n# Who can use the SIXT Student Discount?\n\nAnyone with a Student Beans account and has verified their student status is able to take advantage of our our great student offer.\n\n# Will I have to pay any extra as a young driver?\n\nUnfortunately, due to insurance requirements, all drivers under 28 will be required to pay a young driver's surcharge.\n\n\n# What cars can I rent at 21 years of age?\n\nIn Great Britain, those who are **21 and over and have held their driving licence for a minimum of 1 year** may rent vehicles from the compact and economy car categories. \n\n\n# What cars can I rent at 23 years of age?\n\n**If you are 23 and over** and have held your driving licence for a minimum of 1 year, there are even more vehicle categories available. 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