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Rental Conditions in Nicaragua

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Conditions

Currency

Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO)

Tax

15%.

Age information

The minimum age is 25, renters 23-24 will be charged an underage fee of USD 35.00 per day.

Maximum age

The maximum age is 70 years, renters 71, plus will be charged a rental fee of USD 35.00 per day.

Credit Cards

A minimum credit card hold will apply depending on the car type rented and length of the rental,

 

Budget accepts: 

 

American Express

Diners Club

MasterCard

Visa.
 

Car GroupMinimum Credit Card Hold in USD
A, B, C, O500.00
E, H600.00
D, F, I, K, L, M, N800.00
G, J1,000.00


Cash Rentals are not accepted. A major credit card in the name of the primary driver must be presented at the time of rental.

Driver's License (Physical)

A valid driver’s license from country of residence and a passport must be presented at time of rental.  A local Driving Permit is available for USD 5.00 per day. An International Drivers permit is required for countries using a non-Roman alphabet.

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.
The additional driver charge is USD 6.99 per day for each additional driver, plus any underage or overage fee that applies.

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

CDW - Collition Damage Waiver

Purchase of CDW is optional.  Purchase relieves the customer’s financial responsibility to the vehicle to a non-waivable excess of zero in case of collision and 20% of total cost of the vehicle in case of theft.  If CDW is declined, the renter would be responsible for up to the full value of the vehicle.

SLI - Supplemental Liability Insurance

Purchase of SLI is mandatory. The cost of SLI is not included in the estimated total.
SLI provides the following liability coverage in case of injury or damage to persons or property outside of the vehicle:

Coverage up to USD 15,000.00 with a 20% deductible.
USD 5,000.00 for property damage.
USD 5,000.00 for medical and/or death for one person.
USD 5,000.00 for medical and/or death for two or more persons.

PAI - Personal Accident Insurance

Purchase is optional and provides insurance in case of injury or death to the driver and/or passengers in the vehicle.

Other coverages may be available. Check at the counter for availability and additional details.

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.

e-Tolls

Auto Express Toll is available for USD 1.50  per day, maximum charge USD 45.00 . A fee may apply for loss or stolen unit.  Check at the counter.

Additional information

One Way rentals

Cars can be returned to other locations within the country based on car availability. 
A one way fee may apply. 
One-way rentals are not allowed outside the country.

Driving restrictions

Cross the border

Cross Border Traffic is not allowed.

Optional services and equipment

Child Safety Seats

Available for USD 3.50 per day.
Seats can accommodate children up to 3 years old, 10-40 pounds.

An advance reservation of 24 hours is recommended.