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Car Rental Terms and Conditions
Where can I find the Car Rental Terms and Conditions?
Car hire terms and conditions can differ from country to country, car rental agent to car rental agent and vehicle to vehicle, always consult the specific rental conditions relating to your rental quotation. On the quotation page of our booking process you can find the rental conditions by clicking the Rate Details link located to the right of the car type. You can also find them on the third and final step of the booking process under the Rental Conditions link at the bottom of the confirmation page. Finally, your rental Terms and Conditions can also be found on the confirmation voucher you need to bring to the rental desk.
Car Rental Payment
How can I pay for my car rental booking?
We accept Visa, Visa Delta, Visa Electron, Mastercard and Maestro/Laser for online payments. Please note at the time of pick up the local supplier will require a security deposit to be left for the vehicle. This takes the form of an amount (minimum: Excess + Fuel + VAT) being blocked on the primary drivers credit card. You must bring a credit card at the rental desk; Cash deposits, Maestro, Switch and debit cards such as Visa Electron are never accepted. The cards accepted by the suppliers are listed in the rental conditions under “rate details” on the results page.
Making Changes to Your Car Rental Booking
Can I amend a confirmed car rental booking?
Yes. Please have your booking ID ready. You will also be asked to provide a description and details of the changes you wish to make. Go to Car Booker and click on “ Manage my Booking” to amend your booking. Please note we cannot guarantee you will receive the same rate as your original booking. Rates change frequently and are set by the car rental agents.
How can I add additional or extra drivers to my car rental booking?
Additional drivers can be added on arrival at the rental office; the additional driver fee is also payable at the counter. All additional drivers must be physically present at the rental counter at the time of rental with their own driver’s licence to sign the rental agreement.
How do I amend or change a car rental booking to change the pick-up or drop-off time?
Go to Car Booker and click on “ Manage my Booking” to change your pick-up or drop-off times and dates. Please note we cannot guarantee you will receive the same rate as your original booking. Rates change frequently and are set by the car rental agents.
Your Car Rental Voucher
What is a car rental voucher and why do I need one?
Your rental voucher is a document which will be emailed to you and must be printed and produced at the rental desk when you pick-up your vehicle. If you do not produce your voucher at the time of collection of the vehicle, the car rental supplier may apply a different rate than quoted or refuse to rent the vehicle. We cannot accept any appeal for a refund if you do not produce your voucher at the rental desk.
I can’t find my car rental voucher. Could you please send the voucher again?
Please go to “ Manage my Booking” to view and print an online version. Remember to take this to the rental counter with your driving licence and the credit card.
What happens if I do not take my car rental voucher with me?
What documentation do I need to take with me to the car rental desk?
You will typically need to bring:
- Your car rental confirmation voucher
- Your driver licence. UK licence holders MUST bring the photo card and the paper counterpart of their licence. Your driver licence must be written in Roman alphabet.
- A valid credit card in the driver’s name, with sufficient provisions for your deposit.
- You may also be asked for additional identification papers such as a utility bill.
- If you plan on adding additional drivers to your contract, all drivers must be present at the counter and present their driver licence.
Please check your car rental conditions for further details.
One Way Car Rentals
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Car Rental Fuel Policy
What is a fuel policy?
Car Rental Age Restrictions
What are age restrictions?
Car Rental Extras
I have booked a baby/booster for my child. Where can I see this confirmed in my car rental booking?
I have booked additional drivers. Where can I see if this is confirmed in my car rental booking?
Car Rental Insurance
What is Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)?
It is an insurance limiting your liability to the excess amount in case of damage. This insurance is included in most of our rates, however, please check it is so in your booking Terms & Conditions before you arrive at the rental desk. This insurance has exclusions such as damage to glass (e.g. windows, windscreen, etc.) tyres, undercarriage, roof and loss of keys; for instance if you damage the undercarriage of the vehicle, you will be liable for the full cost of repair.
We would advise you to select our Excess Insurance provided through our partner Mondial Insurance or Alliance Insurance.
What is Vehicle Theft Waiver?
It is an insurance limiting your liability to the excess amount in case of theft of the vehicle. This insurance is included in most of our rates, however, please check it is so in your booking Terms & Conditions before you arrive at the rental desk.
SAFETY TIP: Car-Booker recommends that you remove the identifying tag that is usually on the key ring of the vehicle and store it safely elsewhere.
Please note if the vehicle is stolen and you cannot return the key i.e. you were negligent and left the key in a prominent and vulnerable location, you may be liable for the full cost of the vehicle.
Can you explain what the Liability Insurance is?
It is an insurance limiting your liability for any damage caused to other people and/or other people’s property. It is usually limited to a maximum of €1,000,000. The insurance is limited and there may be excess which means that you may be liable for any amount over and above the value of the insurance.
TIP: Excess Insurance can be purchased at the time of booking in order to reduce the excess to €0 (Service provided in partnership with Mondial Assistance)
Is Break down Assistance included?
Most of our rates include Breakdown assistance; we would advise you to read your car rental booking Terms & Conditions to check it is included in your rate. All car rental agents have national assistance should the renter require it. Please ask at your local desk for the number and contact details at the time of rental.
How do I reduce the excess on the vehicle? Can I take out additional insurances to reduce it?
You can purchase additional insurances to reduce the excess on the vehicle. This can be done online at the time of booking (service provided in association with Mondial and Alliance) or at the car rental agent’s office on arrival. A pre-authorisation may be required, even if you have purchased additional insurances. This pre- authorisation is taken from your credit card. Please see your Rental terms & conditions for further details.
Driver's License for Car Rentals
What is an international driver’s licence and why do I need one?
The International Driving Licence (IDL) is recognised worldwide as a valuable document that identifies its holder as a licensed driver when your licence is not in the same language as the country in which you are driving. You must also produce a National Driver’s Licence with this licence; otherwise it will not be accepted.
Do I need both parts of my British licence to rent a car?
If you have the new photo ID licence you must take the paper counterpart as well. If you do not present both the card and the counterpart you will not get the vehicle. If your licence is not written in Roman characters (e.g. Russian, Chinese, etc.), you will need to obtain an international driver’s permit before you travel from your country of residence.
What does the Car Rental Price Include?
What is included in my car rental?
Most of our rates are fully inclusive; however some countries do not provide inclusive rates. All-inclusive offers do not apply to North American residents or domestic bookings made within North American Countries. Click ‘rate details’ on Step 2 of the booking process to see what your rate includes.
What taxes are included in my car rental?
The prices quoted on the website are normally tax inclusive. However some optional extras that are listed on the voucher or in the rental conditions may not include tax (VAT). In this case it will be indicated. Please check the rental conditions online or on the rental voucher if you have already made your booking for what taxes are included.
