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Rental Conditions in Ecuador

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Conditions

Currency

American Dollar (USD).

Tax

15%.

Age information

The minimum age is 21 years. There is no maximum rental age limit.

Credit Cards

At the time of rental, an international credit card in the name of the renter will be requested as credit identification.

 

Avis accepts: 


Mastercard

Visa

American Express

Driver's License (Physical)

A valid driver’s license from country of residence is required. 

 

The rental must occur within 90 days of arrival in Ecuador.  After 90 days an International Driving License and Ecuadorian Visa is required for any car rental.

Debit card

Debit cards are not accepted.

Additional Drivers

Additional drivers must meet the same age, driving license, ID and credit requirements as the primary driver. They must be present at time of rental.
Additional Driver fees may apply for all additional drivers. Check at the time of booking for complete details.

Hold Amount

A charge card hold will be based on the deductibles of the insurance accepted and will be charged on the credit card at the beginning of the rental.

 

Car GroupsCharge Card Holds
A, B, CUSD 1.000
E, F, G, H, JUSD 1.500
I, K, MUSD 2.000

Important

Budget and Budget licensees reserve the right to refuse any request for rental including requests for persons under age, persons not in possession of a recognized full and valid driver's license, persons unable to satisfy credit or cash requirements, or persons who, in the opinion of Budget, constitute a risk.

Insurances & Coverages

LDW - Loss Damage Waiver

The cost is USD 25.00 per day plus tax.

 

Purchase of this coverage in which the client is waived from all financial responsibility in case of accident or total loss of the vehicle, as long as it was being used under the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. 

 

This coverage does not cover damages to tires, rims or windshield as a result of any car accident or loss of accessories –wheels, emergency, tire, rims, radio, headrest, rear view mirrors, car antenna, car fire extinguisher, in addition to theft of engine parts and motor components. 

 

In case of theft, the coverage covers up to 80% of the insured value of the vehicle, according to its category.
 

TPL - Third Party Liability

Liability and third-party damage coverage is included in the rates that have at least PDW coverage and covers up to USD 5,000.

SLI - Supplemental Liability Insurance

Supplementary Liability Insurance (SLI) extends liability coverage for third party up to USD 20.000.

The cost is USD 10.00 per day plus tax

PAE - Personal Accident & Effects Insurance

The Personal Accident and Effects Insurance (PAE) provides medical protection  for the occupants of the vehicle.

 

The cost is USD 5.00 per day plus tax.

PDW - Partial Damage Waiver

PDW (Partial Damage Waiver) coverage is mandatory and reduces the financial responsibility in the event of an accident or loss of the vehicle, provided that the vehicle is used in accordance with the terms and conditions of the rental agreement.

 

Car GroupsExcess
A, BUSD 1.000
C - H - D - E - F - G - JUSD 1.500
I - K - L - MUSD 2.000

Additional charges

Fuel and Electricity Charges

The vehicle is provided with a full tank of fuel and must be returned in the same condition to prevent additional charges.
 

The customer may purchase a tank of fuel at the counter.  Check costs and availability at destination.  
 

There is no refund for unused fuel.

Additional information

One Way rentals

Cars can be returned to other locations within this country based on car availability.  

 

Fees vary according to distance between locations and depending on car group rented. One way fees may also apply to any special equipment rented. 

 

Vehicles are not available for one-way rentals outside this country.

Driving restrictions

Cross the border

Cross border Traffic is allowed into Colombia or Peru with a 1 week advance authorization. 

Optional services and equipment

Child Safety Seats

Child safety seats are subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking.

 

Available for USD 5.00 per day plus tax.

GPS

GPS are subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking.

 

Available for USD 10.00 per day plus tax

Mobile Wi-Fi

Mobile Wi-Fi service is subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking.

 

Available for USD 12.48 per day plus tax.