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Car rental terms and conditions in Costa Rica
Before to rent a car in Costa Rica, consider these rental car regulations:
Age: In Costa Rica the minimum age to rent or drive a vehicle is 21 years of age.
Documents: The lessee and additional drivers have to present valid Driver
License and Passport. Also
the credit card holder (the owner of the credit card) has to sing paper works
as rental agreement and other documents.
Driver License: Valid drivers licenses issued in your State or Country are acceptable as well as International licenses.
Deposit: In Costa Rica all the car rental companies require a deposit
to cover the deductibles imposed by the insurance policies or optional
coverages. Also it would be used to cover any violation to the
conditions and rules present on the vehicle rental contract.
This deposit amount depends of the car's size, type and driver's
age (it starts in $750) and it is returned at the end of the rental period.
Credit Card: A major credit card is required to rent a car. The credit
card holder must be 18 years old and his/her credit card must be in the renters name.
We require that an advance credit approval be obtained in an amount not less than $800.00 as deposit plus the estimated rental charges.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and
JCB cards. Cash and Debit Cards are accepted to process the rental car charge,
Debit or
Check Cards are not acceptable to cover the deposit.
Payment Options: Renter must present a major credit card at time of
rental. Rental charges have to be paid at the beginning in cash or on the
Renter's credit card or any authorized additional driver.
For quality service you can provide us all your personal information on the reservation form. Service car rental do not charge any amount
for rental service or deposit to your credit card until you have received the vehicle.
If you require our express service (drop off) to other place or locations we
have to verify your credit card 48 hours before your rental date.
During high season (November to April) we receive many reservations and these
payment options may change.. but you will be notified in advance about any
special requirement.
Car Rental
Insurances and Optional Coverages: The TPL "Third Party Liability" is mandatory and it will cover
damages caused to some one else's property in Costa Rica. Optional coverages as CDW, Theft, Vandalism, Bodily Injury Liability are
available, in addition the API protection that reduces some deductibles in case of
collision of the rented car.
Taxes: The State of Costa Rica does not impose tax to the automobile rental.
But if you are billed for any damages, parts, accessories or other services you have to cover
local taxes.
Drop Off and Pick Up Service: Service car rental offers free drop off and pick up service at the main metropolitan area of Costa Rica and SJO Airport.
Vehicles rented in one Service location and returned to another place located
more than 30 kilometers may be subject to a drop off/intercity fee. If a drop charge applies to your booking your confirmation will contain information on the drop charge.
Road Assistance: Our company has a road assistance program in order to support our customers in case of any situation as mechanical problems or accidents, for example; if the car
breaks down we will provide you a second car at the place where you are.
Additional Drivers: Additional drivers may be added to the vehicle rental
agreement at a daily charge from $2.5 per driver. The additional driver must
meet the same requirements as the Renter.
Fuel: Vehicles should be returned with the same amount of fuel as rented, to avoid a refueling fee per gallon.
Geographic Driving Restrictions: Due to insurance restrictions Service car rental does not allow its vehicles to leave Costa Rica area.
Child Restraint Seats: Baby Seats and Booster Seats are available at all locations at a cost of
from $2.00 per day.
Maps: Costa Rica maps are available free of charge at rental counter.
Note: Feel free to e-mail us if you need more information, has questions
or concerns.
info@servicecarrental.com
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