Terms and Conditions - Republic Of Ireland

Driving Licence

Drivers must produce a full valid unendorsed driving licence at the commencement of rental which they have held for a minimum of two years.

They must also have been eligible to hold a valid driving license for at least the number of years specified:

Customers over 75 years are eligible to rent with the following specific conditions:

• They must drive regularly
• They must provide us with a letter from their insurance company proving that they hold a current motor insurance policy and that they have been driving without having an accident for the last 5 years.
• They must provide us with a letter from their doctor stating that they are in good health.
• They may be required to undergo a driving assessment accompanied with a Budget representative.

Customers with a new Photocard Driver's Licence must produce both the Photocard and its paper counterpart. Visitors from overseas must produce a driving licence issued in their country of permanent residence, along with a translation into English (where appropriate). Only the renter or drivers approved by Budget are permitted to drive the vehicle.

Customers requiring further clarification of our licence requirements please email us at reservations@budget.ie or call our reservations department at +353 (0) 90 66 27711.

Payment

Budget Car Rental accept all major Credit Cards. The renter must present their Credit Card at the time of picking up the car. Debit Cards or specified value pre-paid Credit Cards will not be accepted.

Rates

Budget Car Rental reserves the right to amend price structures without notice. Prices quoted at time of reservation however are guaranteed. Internet rates cannot be used in conjunction with any offline offers.

Cancellations and No-Shows

To cancel your reservation, please contact us at reservations@budget.ie or call our reservations department at +353 (0) 90 66 27711.

If you cancel 48 hours prior to your pickup time there will be no charge. Cancellation after this time or if you do not pick up the car will incur a fee of € 30 including VAT

Reservation Amendments

To amend a reservation simply cancel the original reservation and then re-book online. There is no charge for this facility and a cancellation fee does not apply.

Rental Extension

Renters who wish to extend their rental may contact our reservations department at reservations@budget.ie or +353 (0) 90 6627711 to confirm availability. Extra days will be charged based on the local rate at the time the extension is made.

Fuel

For your convenience your car will be supplied with a full tank of fuel which you will be asked to pay for when picking up the car. If you return the car full you will be refunded the cost of the fuel.

Availability

Vehicle models illustrated on this site are for guidance only. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that a vehicle from the group reserved is available, we reserve the right to substitute an alternative similar model.

GPS / Satellite Navigation Systems

Garmin GPS Satellite Navigation Systems can be booked at step 3 of the online booking process at a rate of EUR € 13.22 per day + VAT at 13.5%. This charge will be included in your total quotation.

Child Seats / Booster Seats

Child Seats (1-4 years) and Booster Seats (5-12 years) can be booked at step 3 of the online booking process at a rate of EUR € 40 per rental + VAT at 13.5%. This charge will be included in your total quotation. Parents of children younger than 12 months are recommended to bring their own infant seat.

Additional Driver

Additional drivers can be added when picking up the car for EUR € 9.50 per driver per day + VAT at 13.5%

Insurance

The following insurances are included in your quotation:

• Third Party Insurance: - covers against damage or injury to a third party.
• Theft Protection: - covers against losses arising out of theft or attempted theft of the vehicle.
• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): - this cover reduces your financial liability for damage caused to the
  vehicle from the full value of the vehicle to the value of the excess.
  
  The excess is:
  
  
  Mini 2 Door
  Economy 2 Door
  Compact 4 Door
  Intermediate 4 Door
  Full Size 4 Door
  Luxury Intermediate 5 Door
  Economy Automatic 4 Door
  Compact Automatic 4 Door
  Intermediate Automatic 4 Door
  

  EUR € 1350
  Full Size Automatic 4 Door
  Luxury Compact SUV
  Station Wagon
  7 Seater People Carrier

  EUR € 2100
  Executive Car
  Luxury Full Size 4 Door
  4x4
  Minibus
  

  EUR € 2300
  
  For complete "Peace of Mind" this excess can be reduced to zero by taking out the optional Excess Waiver...see below.

The following optional insurance may be purchased at the time of rental.

• Excess Waiver:- The standard Collision Damage Waiver Excess and Theft Protection Excess are reduced to zero thus eliminating any financial responsibility in the event of loss or damage to the rental vehicle (excluding tyres). Budget reserve the right to charge a deposit equal to the excess if the renter declines the Excess Waiver. The Excess Waiver provides complete "Peace of Mind" cover.
  
  Excess Waiver costs:
  
  
  Mini 2 Door
  Economy 2 Door
  Compact 4 Door
  Intermediate 4 Door
  Full Size 4 Door
  Luxury Intermediate 5 Door
  Economy Automatic 4 Door
  Compact Automatic 4 Door
  Intermediate Automatic 4 Door
  

  EUR € 16.75 per day
  Full Size Automatic 4 Door
  Luxury Compact SUV
  Station Wagon
  7 Seater People Carrier
  

  EUR € 21.00 per day
  Executive Car
  Luxury Full Size 4 Door
  4x4
  Minibus
  

  EUR € 25.00 per day
  
  
• Personal Accident / Personal Effects Insurance :- This optional insurance can be purchased for
  EUR € 8 per day and provides extensive benefits in case of injury / death.

Declining Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) / Theft Protection

CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) and Theft Protection insurance reduce your financial liability for damage or theft of the vehicle and are included in your quote by default.

By declining these insurances you are taking responsibility to arrange your own cover and assume full financial liability up to the value of the vehicle for losses arising as a result of loss or damage to the vehicle. Written proof of CDW and Theft Protection coverage in Ireland will be required when picking up the vehicle.

We recommend that you fully understand the conditions of cover provided by your credit card company when using your card for insurance cover.

Customers declining CDW and Theft Protection are required to pay a liability deposit of EUR €2,000. An administration fee of EUR €25.00 + VAT at 13.5% applies for use of this service.

One way rentals

One-way fees are included in your quotation.

Airport Surcharge

In common with many car rental companies a standard airport surcharge of EUR € 28.00 will apply to your rental when picking up from an airport location.

City Centre Location Surcharge

A City Centre Location Surcharge of EUR € 28.00 only applies to rentals picking up from Dublin City Centre and Galway City Centre.

Barrier Free Tolling on the M50 motorway

It is the renters responsibility to ensure all due tolls are paid within the correct time frame. More information about barrier free tolling is available here.

Cross Border Driving

Budget cars can be driven into Northern Ireland without restriction but may not be taken outside the Republic of Ireland, and Northern Ireland.

Unlimited Mileage

Budget have no mileage restrictions.