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Rental Conditions in Jamaica

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Conditions

Currency

Jamaican Dollar (JMD).

Tax

15%

Age information

The minimum age is 21 for all car groups.  

The maximum age is 80 years.

Credit Cards

Avis accepts:

 

American Express

Diners Club

Discover Card

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)

At the time of rental, the driver must present a passport and a valid driver’s license in the driver’s name from his/her country of residence. 

 

Customers presenting a driver’s license in a non-Roman alphabet must also present an International Driving Permit (IDP) to serve as a translation in addition to their valid driver’s license.

Debit card

Debit cards are not accepted.

Additional Drivers

There is no additional driver fee. All drivers must meet the same minimum age and driver’s license requirements as the renter.

Hold Amount

A pre-authorization hold is applied to the credit card at the time of the rental for the rental amount.  A security deposit will also be held on the credit card.   Please note: While this hold is in place, the funds will not be available for your use.  

 

The security deposit is USD 200.00
 

At the end of the rental, the pre-authorization hold is released for the full value of the security deposit:

Provided that the car is refueled.
Provided that the car is returned at the agreed location, date and time.
Except for your amount of “responsibility”, if any, in the event of damage/loss as specified on the rental document and depending on your coverage selection.  

Please bear in mind that although we process the reversal at the end of the rental, your bank may take time to post it back to your account.

No show / Cancellation policy

Reservations for all car groups will be honored for up to 8 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

LDW - Loss Damage Waiver

LDW relieves the customer of financial responsibility for the vehicle in the event of loss of damage to the rental car or theft (any single event).

A security deposit of USD 200.00 (all car groups will apply).

Note: There is a minimum 3-day rental restriction to purchase LDW.
Please check with the reservation center for additional details.

TPL - Third Party Liability

Third Party Property Damage (in respect of a series of property damage claims arising out of one event) JMD 7.500.000,00(*)
Third Party Bodily Injury (in respect of death or bodily injury to any one person) JMD 7.500.000,00(*)
Third Party Bodily Injury (in respect of death or bodily injury claims arising out of one event) JMD 7.500.000,00(*)

(*) Amounts listed are subject to currency fluctuations.

PDW - Partial Damage Waiver

PDW reduces the renter’s financial responsibility depending on the car group selected, in the event of damage or loss to the Avis car.
A security deposit of USD 900.00 to USD 3000.00 is normally held on the credit card.

Note: If renter requires additional insurance coverage he may purchase locally to reduce/remove the insurance excess.
He should just ask at the Avis rental desk when collecting the car.

Important

The renter is financially responsible for the cost of loss or damage (up to the full value of the rental car) in the event of an accident or theft.

Our waivers (LDW & PDW, above mentioned) allow you our customers to reduce this responsibility.

 

Avis waivers are not insurance and they are not mandatory; therefore, our waivers may be declined.  However, if the renter declines our waiver, Avis reserves the right to request as a guarantee, a security deposit or credit card authorization (hold) that may be equal to the value of the car.

 

Please note that if the renter intends to use a credit card that offers car rental insurance as a benefit, the security deposit may be reduced to a nominal amount of USD 200.00 provided that the renter presents proof of coverage in writing (e.g. Letter of Coverage) stating that the policy is valid in Jamaica.  Please be aware that many credit cards and insurance policies issued outside of Jamaica do not provide coverage in Jamaica at this time.

 

It also is important to consider that if the Avis waiver is declined, the renter is responsible for the full cost of damage to the rental car up to the full value of the vehicle.  Avis rental agents are not qualified to assess the validity or suitability of any coverage not sold by Avis.  As such, we strongly recommend that the renter fully understand the terms and conditions of any benefit provided by the credit card issuer.  If there is a claim for damage/loss, and the renter intends to use the coverage benefit provided by a card issuer or other approved insurer, the renter is ultimately responsible for any portion of the claim not settled by the card issuer up to the full value of the vehicle.

Additional charges

Fuel and Electricity Charges

The vehicle is rented with a full tank of gas and must be returned with a full tank of gas or there will be a charge for refueling. 

If you have refueled please keep your receipt for verification purposes.


Refueling charge may result in a rate higher that the local retail gasoline price and is subject to taxes and fees.

Additional information

One Way rentals

Cars can be returned to other Avis locations within the same cities.
One-way rentals are subject to availability and one-way fees may apply.
Vehicles are not available for one-way rentals outside of this country.

Driving restrictions

Cross the border

Avis cars rented in Jamaica are not allowed outside of the country.

Optional services and equipment

Child Safety Seats

Child Safety Seats (infant, toddler, booster) (CSS) are available.
Cost is USD 5,00 per day, up to a maximum of USD 25,00.

Loss/Stolen Fee is USD 200,00.
An advance reservation of at least 24 hours is recommended.

GPS

Navigational System (GPS) is available at USD 11,00 per day.

Loss/Stolen Fee is USD 200,00
An advance reservation of at least 24 hours is recommended.

Other equipment may be available, check at the counter upon arrival.