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Rental Conditions in El Salvador

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Conditions

Currency

American Dollar (USD)

Tax

13%.

Age information

The minimum age is 21. The maximum age is 75.
An underage fee of USD 10.00 per day will apply for renters aged 21-24.

Purchase of CDW is mandatory for renters under 25 years of age.

Credit Cards

Avis El Salvador accepts:

 

American Express

Diners Club

Mastercard

Visa.
 

Please note that the credit card must have the renter's name and numbers embossed on it.

 

Physical credit cards that are not close to their expiration date must be presented; otherwise, delivery of the vehicle may be refused.

Driver's License (Physical)

A passport and valid driver’s license from the country of residence must be presented in person at the time of rental.

An International Driving License is required for countries with a non-Roman alphabet that must be presented along with the driving license issued by the country of residence.

Debit card

Debit cards are not accepted.

Additional Drivers

All drivers must meet the same minimum age and driver’s license requirements as the renter.
An additional driver fee of USD 5.00 per day for each additional driver will apply.

Hold Amount

An International credit card on the renter’s name and accepted by Avis will be required at the time of rental. Avis will request a pre-authorization on the credit card. The pre-authorization is determined and varies according to the responsibility waiver selected and the type of vehicle rented.

Car Groups: A, B, C, D
Card Hold: USD 1200.00

Car Groups: E
Card Hold: USD 1500.00

Car Groups: J, O
Card Hold: USD 2000.00

Car Groups: G, H, I, K
Card Hold: USD 2500.00

While this hold is in place the funds will not be available for use. When the rental is over Avis will process the reversal but the bank may take time to post it back to the account.

No show / Cancellation policy

Reservations for all car groups will be honored for up to 4 hours after the reserved time or until closing, whichever comes first. 

Important

Avis and Avis 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 Avis, constitute a risk.

Insurances & Coverages

ALI - Additional Liability Insurance

ALI is available on an optional basis.
Purchase of ALI provides additional liability coverage against third party claims, up to a maximum of USD 55,000.00 per occurrence.

CDW - Collition Damage Waiver

Purchase of CDW is optional and reduces the renter’s financial responsibility (NWE) in case of damage to the Avis vehicle from accidents.

Exception: CDW is mandatory for renters under 25 years of age.

This coverage does not include loss of license plates, tow service, fines and loss of keys. Client must follow all driving conditions stated in our terms of service clauses. Any infraction to the stated conditions voids this coverage.

If CDW is declined, the renter is fully responsible for the full value of the Avis vehicle, in addition to stolen accessories, repairs and loss of use during repairs. An additional credit card hold will apply.

Car Groups: A, B, C, D
NWE if purchased: USD 1200.00
NWE if declined: Full Value

Car Groups: E
NWE if purchased: USD 1500.00
NWE if declined: Full Value

Car Groups: J, O
NWE if purchased: USD 2000.00
NWE if declined: Full Value

Car Groups: G, H, I, K
NWE if purchased: USD 2500.00
NWE if declined: Full Value

Other coverages may be available at the counter, check upon arrival for information.

TPL - Third Party Liability

Third party liability (bodily injury and property damage) coverage is included in the rates, up to a maximum of USD 2,000.00 per occurrence.

There is a minimum USD 750.00 deductible.

PAI - Personal Accident Insurance

Purchase provides accidental death and medical expense benefits to the renter and all passengers in the vehicle up to USD 12,000.00 per occurrence.

Additional charges

Fuel and Electricity Charges

A full tank of gas is provided at the time of rental and the vehicle should be returned with a full tank of gas to avoid additional charges.

There are no refunds for unused gas.

Additional information

One Way rentals

Cars can be returned to other Avis locations within the country based on car availability. One-way fees may apply.

Driving restrictions

Cross the border

Rentals not permitted outside of El Salvador.

Optional services and equipment

Child Safety Seats

Child Seats (Infant, Child and Booster Seats) are available at USD 5.00 per day.
If the seat is damaged, lost or stolen, a fee of USD 250.00 will be charged.

An advance reservation of at least 24 hours is recommended.