Terms & Conditions

Specific Terms per country

Please consult the specific rental requirements of the country where you will rent the vehicle using the corresponding listbox. Rental conditions per country are subject to change without prior notice. Please check at pick-up time.

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Terms and Conditions for Costa Rica 

 

Full terms and conditions:
 

Tax:
Subject to change according to government laws 13% of products and services.

Additional driver:
With the consent of the renter, the vehicle may be driven by other persons. Conditions and possible charge
available from Europcar Reservation Office.
Additional driver can be added for 5 USD plus taxes, per rental day.
Maximum per rental: 2 additional drivers

Age:
The rental company charges per young / senior driver are applicable to all additional drivers.
Young Driver Surcharge 21-24 years old 10 USD, not including taxes.
Senior Driver 65-75 yeards old 5 USD, not including taxes.

Airport surcharge:
12%

Cash rental deposit:

An amount between 1,000 and 5,000 USD will be held in the customer credit card during the rental period.
It depends on the vehicle reserved and coverage chosen. The deposit on your credit card. Debit cards and cash will not be accepted. The office staff will confirm the exact amount of the deposit.

Chauffeur driven service:
Not available

Credit cards accepted:

American Express
MasterCard
Visa
This company [does not accept] cash, prepaid, rechargeable or virtual cards, or any other type of card that does not have the stamp.

Delivery / Collection:
In town is free distance 15 KM, adittional KM 0.5 USD.
Out town not available
 

Driving licence:
A valid driver's license must be at least 1 year from the first issue.
Must be complemented by an International driving licence.
A valid driver's license will be required. License must be valid up to 10 days after the end of rental. If license is not written in Roman or Latin Letters, an International Driving License will be required. Electronic Driver’s Licence are not allowed by Costa Rican laws.

Fuel:
You will be given the vehicle with the fuel tank full or partially full. You must return the vehicle with the same amount of fuel with which it was delivered.

Protections:

THW-. It is coverage of Total Theft, so the Partial Theft is excluded from the coverage. This coverage frees the customer from payment for total theft, by paying a deductible equivalent to 10% of the commercial value of the vehicle. Except for luxury vehicles in which the contracting of the insurance policy for the risk conditions according to the insurance company establishes, the amount to be paid corresponds to 20% of the value of the vehicle. Theft Insurance is available for $14.99 USD per day plus taxes for any vehicle category.
CDW-. It is coverage of partial or total damages, damages caused by vandalism, mechanical/electrical damage, caused by Meteorological Phenomena, insurrections, social violence are excluded from the coverage. This coverage frees the customer from the payment of damages by paying a deductible equivalent to 10% of the commercial value of the vehicle. Except for luxury vehicles in which the contracting of the insurance policy for the risk conditions according to the insurance company establishes, the amount to be paid corresponds to 20% of the value of the vehicle. Collision insurance is available for $14.99 USD per day plus applicable taxes for any category of CDW vehicle.
SPLDW-. (also known as SCDW, Excess Reduction). Deductible protection (0%); this service relieves the customer of financial responsibility for the deductible earmarked for material damage only, save for specific cases in which there is presumed negligence. This coverage costs $ 24.99 USD plus taxes and may only be offered to those who have acquired PLI+CDW. TPLI-.Third Party Liability coverage is a mandatory insurance that the Government traffic regulations require for all drivers in Costa Rica. The TPL Insurance covers up to $20,000 USD and is included in certain rates. This coverage must be paid in addition to the amount of the daily rent of the vehicle, unless the rate expressly mentions that it is included. Liability Insurance Products purchased on third party travel websites are not accepted in Costa Rica. TPLI-.Third Party Liability is a car insurance that covers against death and or bodily injury to any third party; in an accident caused by or arising out of the use of the insured vehicle (people inside the car are not covered by TPL, This coverage costs $19.99 USD per day plus taxes. RSA-.The Roadside Assistance service is optional and it might be declined at the time of car check out it costs $2.99 USD per day plus taxes in all type of vehicles and it includes the following services.
WWI-.Glass & Tyres Protection $4.99 USD per day plus taxes in all type of vehicles. A 20% excess (deductable) will be charge per event. LDW-.This coverage is a combination of the CDW and THW coverages. LDW Is an insurance that covers all parcial or total damages of for vehicle and total theft. Therefore, parcial theft, damages due to meterological phenomena, damages caused by vandalism, riots, stike, coup or any other political or social movement are not covered by this insurance. The CDW reduces the customer's responsibility for all vehicles. In the case of accident or theft the customer is only responsible for paying deductible (or excess) of 10% of the total value of the car. Loss and Damage Waiver is available at $24.99 USD per day plus taxes for all types of vehicles. The LDW is optional and is typically purchased by customers that are not covered for vehicle damage or loss by their Credit Card Company (or insurance linked to a credit card). To be able to use this benefit, the Leasing will request the Lessee to provide a document given by the banking institution, on which they can confirm and/or verify that the cardholder is covered with this insurance and the banking institution will be accountable for all the expenses in case of an accident or any mishap during the validity of the lease; as to establish that this will be done through a reimbursement in favor of the cardholder. This document must have a verifiable phone number and/or email address for a confirmation and should indicate that the credit card has the LDW coverage (Loss and Damage Waiver) and it’s covered by this same credit card. All the bank institutions that provide this credit cards must be regulated by the ¨ Superintendencia General de Seguros en Costa Rica (SUGESE) ¨ which is a Costa Rican Govermental Institution that regulates all and every single insurance company. If customer does have the appropriate approval and coverage from its credit card institution they will have to sign a statement of personal responsibility for the total value of the car for refusing to purchase the CDW insurance with Europcar Costa Rica ( FLEET CAR COMPANY DE COSTA RICA SOCIEDAD ANONIMA) and will therefore, in the event of an accident, be fully responsible for all damage and/or repairs. SLI-.Supplemental Liability Insurance. This coverage supplies Renter with third-party liability protection up to a limit of $1,000,000.00 USD per accident. SLI has an additional costo of $19.99 USD per day plus taxes. PAI-. Personal Accident Insurance $6.99 USD per day plus taxes. FAW-. Fines Appeal Waiver $7.11 USD per day plus taxes. All coverages apply only in car accident except for total theft of the vehicle and their prices are per day. In the event of any claims on the coverages there must be an accident report of the competent authority except for parcial Theft.

Declination of basic coverage CDW / THW The CDW is optional and is usually purchased by customers who are not covered by damage or loss of the vehicle by your credit card company (or insurance linked to a credit card). For your own protection, we prefer that all customers submit a valid letter or proof of coverage from the issuer of their credit card with a verifiable phone number and / or email address to confirm that CDW coverage is provided by your credit card In case the fare does not include CDW, passengers will be able to reject CDW, USD 2500 will be blocked more credit card guarantee for cars and USD 3000 for SUV, Pick up and Van and will be refunded when the vehicle is returned safe.
1) Domestic: Available between all Europcar stations in the country.
2) International: Not available

Other services:
Subject to avaibility
WIFI 5.99 USD per rental day GPS 7.99 USD per rental day Infant Seat 3 USD per rental day Child Seat Baby 3 USD per rental day
Not including taxes. Restriction of use:
Grace period: 59 minutes The late refund will correspond to a full day charge at the local rate available.
Circulation. It must only circulate on asphalt roads, it is forbidden to drive on dirt roads, unauthorized roads, gaps and rivers, paved roads or that compromise the condition of the vehicle, an exception may be made only with the approval of the National Management. Insurance. It must be taken in a mandatory way: Protection against shocks, accident or theft. Protection for third parties. Protection tires and windshields. Extraterritorial protection for own damages. Loyal customer. This promotion applies to our clients who do not have a negative background with the company. Promotions. No other promotion applies Speed. The Ministry of Government reported the approval of a Supreme Decree that temporarily modifies the Traffic Code Regulation to establish maximum speeds on roads and highways throughout the country. Warranty. During the collection, the main driver will be blocked the credit card, a security deposit of USD 5,000. No guarantee will be accepted in cash. The office staff will confirm the exact amount of the deposit. Rental. The rental payment will be made in advance. Does not include assistance en route. Does not include vehicle maintenance. It is invoiced for the days established in the contract if the client returns before the partial or total rent is not reimbursed.The hirer undertakes and enforces the enforcement of traffic rules and laws and also the instructions issued by the authority and its agents while using the rented vehicle, assuming full responsibility for penalties, fines or fines for traffic violations or violations of the municipal law or by any competent authority. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the tenant or any of the authorized drivers to pay the expenses that may be imposed on the owner. For all purposes, even for the events mentioned in the preceding paragraphs, the Lessee irrevocably authorizes the Owner, so that by charging your credit card deferred charges can be charged, these charges correspond to the amounts of the fines due, to violations of the traffic law made during the rental period, as well as the amounts owed due to damage to the leased vehicle or to third parties. In cases where the payment is not made through a credit card, the charges on the indicated items will be reflected in the direct invoice to the company or person leasing the vehicle, this person or company being responsible for the final payment.
The vehicle must be returned, normal expected wear, in the same conditions as when it is rented. If special cleaning is required, a separate charge will apply depending on the return status of the vehicle cleaning. It is forbidden to smoke inside the vehicle or spill liquids that stain the upholstery, with a charge of additional rental days, for the time the vehicle is kept out of service for special cleaning.

Use of Winter Tyres:
N/A

Specific note:

Documentation
Passport or identity card
Driving license
Credit card

Other:
The lessee undertakes not to allow anyone to drive the rented vehicle unless it has been authorized by Europcar. The hirer agrees that neither he nor any of the additional drivers mentioned will use the vehicle through unpaved roads, crossing rivers, lakes or other water areas that endanger the operation or the integrity of the vehicle. In addition, towing objects, racing and fun driving, roads in poor condition, teach driving, rent the vehicle without permission from Europcar. Failure to comply with the same will make you liable for paying resulting damages and fines.
All additional equipment or services are subject to local taxes and sales taxes. If you require additional equipment, you must leave a deposit at the rental office when picking up the vehicle.

In case of additional applicable costs, such as fines for speeding or congestion charges, the rental company will try to contact you when the authorities request the identity of the driver. Such a process could occur months after the rent, and will involve the payment of the administrative fee imposed by the company in addition to the original amount for the sanction. Important: to facilitate the comparison between different companies, we have standardized the names of these charges. Keep in mind that the names used by the rental company of your reservation may be different. All additional equipment or service must be requested at the time of booking and must be paid directly to the rental company when removing the vehicle. All prices are subject to change and the rental company reserves the right to modify them without prior notice. Any other details please contact reservationscostarica@europcar.com.mx

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