Hertz - France

REQUIRED RENTAL DOCUMENTS

THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE

When collecting the vehicle, both the main driver and additional drivers must present a valid Driving Licence with a photocard and a valid Passport.

A driving licence must be presented in legible Roman letters.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) will be required if the driving licence is written in characters different to those of the renting country.
It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that they have the appropriate licence. Please check with the embassy or consulate in advance.

A credit card in the name of the main driver is required, with sufficient funds for both the security deposit and for any service or extras requested locally. The card (either credit or debit depending on the destination/supplier) must be in the full name and surname of the driver, display the 16 numbers and show the expiry date. The PIN code will be required.

The Flexible Autos voucher is required when picking up your rental car.

If you do not present any of the required documents, the documentation is not valid or you do not have enough funds on your credit card, the car rental agent may refuse to deliver the vehicle, without refunding any amount if the supplier establishes it in its conditions.

All paper driving licences and a paper counter part licences which have been laminated, will not be accepted as valid, as security features on the licences can not be seen when placed under the violet lamps at the rental counter.

LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Driving licences must be held for a minimum of (years):

CDAH, CDAN, CDAR, CDMN, CDMR, CGAE, CGMN, CMMR, CWAR, CWMN, CWMR, DDMR, DGAE, DZMR, ECMR, EDAE, EDMR, EZMR, FVMR, GVMR, GZMR, HDAE, HDAV, IDMR, IGAR, IGMR, INAR, IVAR, IZMR, JGAE, MCMR, NBAE, NXMR, SDAR, SVMR, SZMR1
CGAV, CGMV, CTAV, DDAR, FDAC, SGAI, LDAR, LTAR, PVAR, PWAR, SGAR, UGAC, GFAR, LFAR, PFAD, PTAR, WFBD, XDAR, XEAV, XFAD, XNAV2

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Local renters: The customer must provide 2 proofs of address (utility bill and/or bank statement) not older than three months, confirming the address is the same as it appears on their drivers’ license. This can be a phone bill, electricity bill, gas bill, rates notification etc.

Visitors must provide proof of return travel (ex. flight ticket) and accommodation information while in.

Vietnam licences accepted with original licence with an authorised translation issued by the Vietnamese Ministry of Transport, at time of rental.

All Hertz cars in France will have a breathalyzer in the glove box compartment. If stopped by authorities, the driver must be able to present an unused breathalyzer, otherwise, the driver will be fined EUR 11.00.

A fee of EUR 5.00 will be charged to the customer if the breathalyzer is not present when the vehicle is returned. One additional breathalyzer can also be purchased at our counters for EUR 2.00.


DEPOSIT

DEPOSIT INFORMATION

The deposit is based on the standard excess insurance amounts, by car group:

CDMR, CWMR, ECMR, EDMR, MCMR550.00EUR
CDAH, CDAN, CDAR, CDMN, CGAE, CGMN, CGMV, CKAE, CKMR, CMMR, CWAR, CWMN, DDMR, DGAE, DZMR, EDAE, EDAH, EDMD, EDMN, EKMR, EZMR, GKMR, GZMR, HDAE, HDAV, HKMN, IDMR, IGAR, IGMR, IKMR, INAR, IVAR, IZMR, JGAE, JKMN, MKMN, MKMR, NBAE, NXMR, RKMR, SDAR, SKMN, SKMR, SZMR750.00EUR
CGAV, CTAV, DDAR, FDAC, PVAR, PWAR, SGAI, SGAR1000.00EUR
FKMR, FVMR, GVMR, SVMR1050.00EUR
GFAR, LDAR, LFAR, LTAR, PFAD, PTAR, UGAC, WFBD, XDAR, XFAD, XNAV2000.00EUR

METHODS OF PAYMENT

Form of payment accepted: American Express credit card, Mastercard credit card, Visa credit card, Mastercard Debit cards (*), Visa Debit cards (*)

Form of payment NOT accepted: Cheques, Cash, American Express credit card, Diners Club credit card, Prepaid cards, Credit and Debit cards for electronic use only, Maestro, Cards not issued by a bank, Solo, Virtual cards, Visa electron

*The debit cards can be accepted only with the following cars group:

CDAH,CDAN,CDAR,CDMN, CDMR,CGAE,CGMN,CKMR,CMMR,CWAR,CWMN, CWMR, DDMR, DGAE, DZMR, ECMREDAE, EDAH, EDMR, EKMR, EZMR, GZMR, HDAE, IKMR, MCMR, MKMN, MKMR, NBAE, PKMR, SKMR, SZMR,UKMR, XKMR


IMPORTANT: For some vehicle groups (Premium and Dream) you must present one or two credit cards, a proof of address issued less than 3 months before the pick-up date and for non-French residents, a local phone number, address and return flight/ train ticket under main driver’s name (a national ID or passport must be produced at the counter); debit cards will not be accepted


TAXES

Unless otherwise indicated all costs indicated in these terms and conditions are subject to local taxes and fees.


EXCESS AMOUNTS

The CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) and TP (Theft Protection) have an insurance excess.

MCMR, EDMR, ECMR2000.00EUR
CDMR2500.00EUR
CDAN, CWMR, CDAR2800.00EUR
SVMR, FVMR, IGAR, IGMR3000.00EUR
CTAV, FDAC, FXAC, DDAR, HDAV, SGAR5000.00EUR
GFAR, PTAR6000.00EUR
LDAR, LFAR8000.00EUR



FUEL POLICY

THE FUEL POLICY IS

In Corsica: vehicles can be thermal, electric or hybrid.
Cars will be supplied with a full tank of fuel and should be returned full. Otherwise the client will be charged for missing fuel, plus a refuelling charge.
It’s important the customer refuels within 10 kilometers from the drop-off point and keep the fuel station ticket.

In Corsica: vehicles can be thermal, electric or hybrid.


AGE RESTRICTIONS

THE AGE RESTRICTIONS ARE

All charges exclude tax and local fees, unless otherwise stated.

The Minimum Age for drivers are:

AgeRangeCharge per dayMax charge per rental
CDAH, CDAN, CDAR, CDMN, CDMR, CGAE, CGMN, CMMR, CWAR, CWMN, CWMR, DDMR, DGAE, DZMR, ECMR, EDAE, EDMR, EZMR, FVMR, GVMR, GZMR, HDAE, HDAV, IDMR, IGAR, IGMR, INAR, IVAR, IZMR, JGAE, MCMR, NBAE, NXMR, SDAR, SVMR, SZMR2121-2441.99EUR503.99EUR
CGAV, CGMV, CTAV, DDAR, FDAC, SGAI2323-2441.99EUR503.99EUR
LDAR, LTAR, PVAR, PWAR, SGAR, UGAC250.00EURN/A
GFAR, LFAR, PFAD, PTAR, WFBD, XDAR, XEAV, XFAD, XNAV 280.00EURN/A

There is no maximum age limit (Subject to the driving licence expiration and licence requirements)


ADDITIONAL DRIVERS

ADDITIONAL DRIVER REQUIRMENTS ARE

Additional drivers have a local charge of 12.99 EUR per day plus local taxes with a maximum charge of 129.99 EUR per rental plus local taxes.

All additional drivers must meet all rental requirements, accompany the main driver when picking the rental car up and sign the rental agreement.


DRIVING RESTRICTIONS

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS ARE

Driving the vehicle without prior consent outside of the hire country will invalidate the agreed insurance coverage.

CROSS BORDER/INTERNATIONAL ONE-WAYS

International one-way travel is NOT available. The vehicle insurance will be deemed void if vehicles are not returned to the agreed pick-up location.

Permission to cross the border must be authorised at the time of booking

The Cross Border charge is 16 EUR. The charge is payable locally, upon collection of the rental car.

IMPORTANT: It''s not possible take the car in Ceuta and Melilla.
One way travel within Corsica is accepted with a charge, this will be confirmed at the time of booking. Vehicles rented in Corsica must be returned in Corsica.

NATIONAL ONE-WAY TRAVEL

For National one-way travel, we will confirm the availability and the price of this service once the reservation has been made and we have received a confirmation from the supplier.


GRACE PERIOD

THE GRACE PERIOD IS

The supplier establishes a grace period of 29 minutes from the indicated time in the reservation.

Additional collection fees, administrative and out of hours charges may also be applicable if the vehicle is returned late without prior notice.

IMPORTANT:
The client must scrupulously comply with the delivery and return times indicated in their reservation and on their voucher.
Although the number of rental days as well as their price are calculated based on 24-hour periods, some providers charge penalties or even additional days from the exact return time that appears in the reservation, without taking into account the period of 24 hours.
Flexible Autos will not make any refund / compensation for this reason.


EXTRAS

THE AVAILABLE EXTRAS ARE

Optional Extras, are to be paid locally, they do NOT include local taxes and fee unless otherwise stated. Extras cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability.

Booster Seat (15-36 kg aprox)23.20 EUR Per Rental
GPS Unit22.99 EUR Per DayMaximum charge 206.99 EUR
Baby Seat (approx. up to 13kg)46.20 EUR Per Rental
Toddler Seat (approx. 9-21kg)46.20 EUR Per Rental
Snow Chains16.20 EUR Per Day


DELIVERY AND COLLECTION

DELIVERY AND COLLECTION AVAILABILITY

Providing the Delivery and Collection service is available, confirmation will be given at the time of booking.


OUT OF HOURS SERVICE

THE OUT OF HOURS SERVICE AVAILABILITY IS

Out of hours service is NOT available.


CANCELLATIONS AND NO SHOWS

CANCELLATION AND NO SHOW POLICIES AND FEES

Cancellation policy and fees: Cancellations are generally free of charge up to 48hrs prior to collection. If your reservation is cancelled within 48 hours of your collection time, charges may apply. Please contact the Flexible Autos call centre to confirm any possible charges.
No show policy and fees: The booking will be considered a ''''No Show'''' for a number of reasons, but not limited to: failure to collect your rental car at the agreed booked time, if the main driver and any named drivers are unable to present the requested documentation, failure to present a valid driver’s licence, failure to provide a credit card with enough credit for the deposit, or are found to be incapable of driving the vehicle through, alcohol or drugs. A 100% cancellation fee will apply unless otherwise stated. No refunds are payable on cars returned early.


SUPPLIER/ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

In case of a breakdown customers must stay with the car and contact the rental office for assistance. Telephone numbers are on the rental paperwork, please confirm at the time of pick-up of the rental vehicle.

In case of an accident, the customer must remain with the vehicle, and complete a police report at the time of the incident.

In case of theft of the vehicle or vehicle equipment customers must contact the rental office and make a report to the police.


EXTRA INFORMATION AND COSTS

RENTAL EXTENSION

If the customer needs to extend the rental at the destination, they should contact the supplier directly or their travel agency. The customer will have to go in person to the nearest supplier''s office to sign the new contract and pay for the extension.

DELAYED OR DIVERTED FLIGHTS

The customer will have to claim a refund from the Airline Company, where a flight is delayed.

Airport Offices: In the event of a flight delay, as long as the flight number has been correctly entered in the booking, the supplier will hold the booking until the office closes on the same day, but will not wait any longer. If the customer arrives outside opening hours or the next day, the car may no longer be available.

TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION FINES

If the customer receives a traffic fine, such as but not limited to, a speeding or parking fine, the customer will be charge per offence

PETS ON BOARD

No pets on board of the rented vehicle are allowed , except guide dogs.

Pets can only be transported in the vehicle kept in a carrier. The vehicle must be cleaned before return. If a customer is found not to have done so, a cleaning fee will be charged. Please inform the supplier at the time of booking


WHAT''S NOT INCLUDED

WHAT''S NOT INCLUDED IN THE BOOKING COSTS

Additional Cost such as: Towing charges. Fines. Administrative expenses for fines. Traffic congestion charges and penalties. Administrative expenses for damages. Expenses for loss of use. Toll. Extra cleaning. Special services and any other concept not included in the section of what is included.

Delivery and Collection Fees (Paid locally)

One Way Rentals

Optional Extras (Paid Locally)

Roadside Assistance

Toll Charges

Tow Charges

Please read the Terms and Conditions of your vehicle hire carefully before signing for the rental vehicle.

Please note, not all supplier excess waivers cover the following, unless otherwise stated in the excess waiver packages: damage to wheels, tyres, hubcaps, locks, windows, side and rear-view mirrors, undercarriage of the vehicle, suspension, damage to clutch, damage to exterior paintwork. Any damage and loss incurred not arising from general use.

If there is an option extra and service you do not want, you must ask for the removal of the item before signing the contract. Any option extra and service that is accepted with the customer’s signature will be charged to your credit card and Flexible Autos you will not be able to reimburse it later.

DRIVER NEGLIGENCE

Driver negligence''s and deliberate damage/loss, are not covered by the suppliers insurance waivers, and will incur additional costs and administration charges, if the customer has been found to have acted against the terms and conditions of the rental agreement:

Dropping the rental vehicle off at a supplier office, other than agreed in the rental agreement.

Abandoning the vehicle.

All costs derived from the use of the incorrect and/or lack of petrol.

The supplier is not to be held liable for items stolen, forgotten or lost inside the vehicle. It is recommended having these items covered through personal travel cover.

The loss/damage of the vehicle documents and/or keys.

It is not permitted to remove the vehicles seats.

If the driver is found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and/or found using their cellular phone at the time of the accident.

Driving the vehicle when tired and not feeling well.

The use not permitted includes and is not limited to the following cases mentioned by way of example: Pushing or towing another vehicle.

Driving in areas not suited to public transport, such as beaches, race tracks, forestry roads, back roads, dirt roads and very poorly paved roads that could cause damage to the underside of the vehicle.

Driving the vehicle in restricted areas, and more specifically on airport roads and other roads for aeronautical and/or military use.

Negligent behaviour when the vehicle’s indicators show an alert that customer’s state are known to them when they sign the agreement.

Transport of goods or animals and, in particular, substances that are hazardous, inflammable and/or poisonous for the vehicle and its occupants.

The transport of individuals or goods for which the customers receive direct or indirect payment.

Using the vehicle for unlawful activities, reckless driving, sub-leasing the vehicle, giving driving lesson, or teaching special driving technics.

Transporting a number of passengers and amount of luggage not authorised for the vehicle concerned.

Manipulation of the speedometer. Customers must report any malfunction of the speedometer to the supplier immediately.

Transport of luggage or any other item on the vehicle’s roof, even when an adequate luggage rack is used for the purpose.

Damage to the vehicle caused by leaving tempting items in plain sight inside the vehicle.

Dirtying the inside of the vehicle beyond what would be expected from reasonable and careful use.

Driving against the traffic regulations.

The vehicle is driven by a person who is not authorised to do so in the agreement, as either a customer and/or a supplementary driver.

Continued use of the vehicle after the rental period has ended.


DISCLAIMER

TERMS AND CONDITION AMENDMENTS

Flexible Autos makes every effort to ensure that all the information provided is correct at the time of booking. The terms and conditions presented in the rental voucher are reviewed and updated by the supplier on a regular basis. Flexible cars are not responsible for the updates if made after the booking has been made.