Our Car Rental Terms

Please note that the following terms and conditions of rental are basic conditions and are shown below for information purposes only. When you collect your rental vehicle you will be asked to sign the rental agreement. Our full terms and conditions are shown on the reverse of this document. 

DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: 
Age Requirements: The minimum age to rent a vehicle is 25 years. There is no maximum age limit. 
License Requirements: Drivers must produce a valid, full, unendorsed, (Note: certain minor endorsements may be acceptable, please call us on +353 61 206088 prior to booking) driving license at the commencement of rental that has been valid for at least 12 months prior to the rental pick up date. Only the renter or drivers that have been added to the rental agreement are permitted to drive the vehicle. Customers with a new UK Photocard Driver's License must produce both the Photocard and its paper counterpart. Visitors from overseas must produce a driving license issued in their country of permanent residence, along with a translation into English (where appropriate). Holders of US, Canadian, Australian and All EU member states are NOT required to supply an International Driving License (IDL). An International Driving License (IDL) is required if your national driver's license is not in Roman script. International driver's licenses MUST BE accompanied by the original domestic license of the driver. (This is clearly stated on the international license).
Driver Assessment: You may be required to complete a Driver Safety Assessment Form. If you wish to complete this in advance you can (Download the Form Here) You can also complete the form by clicking the link on the booking form. Please be advised that a daily surcharge may apply depending on the outcome of the risk assessment. 
Additional named drivers: Additional drivers can be added to your rental agreement at the time of booking or at the rental desk when you collect your vehicle. All additional drivers must conform to the Drivers License and Age Requirements shown above. Only drivers included in the Rental Agreement may drive an Irish Car Rentals vehicle. 

VEHICLE INFORMATION:
Car Types Available: Irish Car Rentals operates a car rental fleet with many different makes and models of cars. Whilst every effort will be made to supply the reserved model, we reserve the right to supply a suitable alternative. If you have a particular request in relation to a car type, with CD Player, Tape Deck or other accessories please contact us on +353 61 206088. 
Fuel Policy: For your convenience we are pleased to offer you the convenience of the Prepaid Fuel Option. You may now purchase your initial tank of fuel from Irish Car Rentals at the time of rental at a price that is very competitive with local fuel stations. This method eliminates the need for you to refill the tank before returning your rental vehicle. Please be aware that we are unable to give a refund for unused fuel. 
Baby Seats: Child / Baby Seats are Mandatory in Ireland. Child Seats and Baby seats are available by prior notification at an additional cost of EURO 49 per rental. Baby seats are NOT available for rental for children under 6 months old. NEW EU CHILD SAFETY PROTECTION LAWS HAVE COME INTO FORCE making it compulsory for all children to travel in the correct child seat, booster seat or booster cushion. Notes: Where safety belts have been fitted they must be worn. Children under 3 years of age must not travel in a car or goods vehicle unless restrained in the correct child seat. Children aged 3 years or over who are under 150cms in height and weighing less than 36 kilograms (i.e. generally children up to 11/12 years old) must use the correct child seat, booster seat or booster cushion when travelling in cars or goods vehicles. Children over 3 years of age must travel in a rear seat in vehicles not fitted with safety belts. Rearward-facing child car seats must NEVER be used in the front passenger seat of cars with an active airbag. Drivers have a legal responsibility to ensure passengers aged under 17 use the correct seat, booster seat, booster cushion or seatbelt.

INSURANCE INFORMATION: 
Collision Damage Insurance (CDW): This option limits your financial liability for damage to the Irish Car Rentals vehicle, its parts and accessories, except theft, attempted theft or vandalism, provided the vehicle is used in accordance with the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. The cover is subject to an insurance excess - (see detail under the heading CDW Excess - Excess Liability). If you have chosen a rate that excludes CDW you are liable for the full value of the vehicle and a minimum deposit of Euro 5000 will be required on collection, alternatively CDW cover may be purchased locally at a cost of EURO 14.00 per day. Premium Insurance Option (PIO) If you opt for CDW cover, you may also wish to purchase an additional protection, Premium Insurance Option (PIO) to reduce the already limited liability in case of damage to the ICR vehicle. PIO reduces your excess liability of EURO 1200 to zero for a charge of EURO 14.95 per day on standard vehicles. This option also covers damage to the windscreen, glass and wing mirrors which are not covered by SDW. This option is not presently available on minivans and luxury vehicles. Windscreen Cover (WINDINS) If you opt for CDW cover and decide not to reduce the overall excess you may wish to purchase windscreen cover as the windscreen, wing mirrors and glass are the items most often damaged. This insurance covers all of the above and can be purchased at a cost of E5.00 per day on all vehicles. 
CDW Excess - Excess Liability: If you choose a rate inclusive of CDW insurance, a CDW Excess will apply at all times. All rentals are subject to liability excess, ranging from EURO 1,200 to EURO 1,800 (depending on the vehicle group rented) for which you are responsible in the event of damage to the Irish Car Rentals vehicle during the rental. 
Super Damage Waiver Insurance (SDW): If you opt for CDW cover, you may also wish to purchase an additional protection, Super Damage Waiver Insurance (SDW) to reduce the already limited liability in case of damage to the Irish Car Rentals vehicle. SDW reduces your excess liability of EURO 1,200 to EURO 100 for a charge of EURO 9.95 per day on smaller vehicles. The excess on luxury cars, minivans and minibuses is EURO 1,800 and can be reduced to EURO 100 for an additional charge of EURO 15 per day. 
Theft Loss Insurance: This insurance option limits your financial liability for loss or theft of the Irish Car Rentals vehicle, its parts and accessories, provided the vehicle is used in accordance with the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. If Theft is not included in the rate you have chosen it is available locally at EURO 7.50 per day. 
Personal Accident Insurance: Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) is available for EURO 6 per day on all vehicles. This insurance covers the driver for personal injuries or fatality up to the sum of EURO 31,750. 
Damage to Vehicles: A damage report must be completed by the driver for any damage to the vehicle, however minor it is. If a collision occurs, a Garda (police) report and case number must also be supplied when returning the vehicle. We strongly advise clients to contact us immediately in the event of any damage. If this procedure is not followed, the insurance cover could become invalidated, leaving clients liable for all damage.

PAYMENT INFORMATION:
Methods of Payment: Irish Car Rentals accepts MasterCard, Visa, Visa Delta, American Express and Diners Club. We regret we can not accept Switch cards, debit cards (other than Visa Delta) or cash. A named driver must present their credit card on collection of the vehicle. We regret we can not accept the credit card of a third party that will not be present at the time of the rental. At the time of the rental there must be sufficient credit on the card to cover all charges including any insurance excess as a pre-authorization to the amount of the excess will be taken on collection, in the case of customers using Visa Delta cards the excess deposit will be charged to the card rather than preauthorised as these cards do not support a pre-authorisation.
Deposits: A specified deposit will be charged to your credit card when you make your booking. This will be detailed on the booking page. Any balance due will be charged at time of pick up in EURO. Bookings for pick up within the next 90 days require full prepayment at time of booking. 
Cancellations: 15% of the rental cost is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation. If you have taken out cancellation protection this does not apply. We will then refund your deposit in full except for the cancellation protection insurance costs. 

ADDITIONAL CHARGES: (which may apply)
Location Surcharge: When you are picking up your vehicle a "location Surcharge" may apply. If applicable this surcharge will be shown on the booking form, your booking confirmation and also on your e-mail confirmation. 
Christmas One way Rental Fee: A one way fee of Euro 75 will be charged to one way rentals where the pick up date is between December 21st - 29th. This fee is not included in your rate and will be charged on arrival. A one way is where the pick up and drop off locations differ. 
Speeding - Parking and other Endorsements: Fines for Speeding /Parking Fines and tolls are the responsibility of the hirer in full. Irish Car Rentals accepts no responsibility for any fine or payment and may charge an administration fee for any penalties that are not settled before the end of the rental. The renter is obliged to inform Irish Car Rentals of any fines or parking tickets issued whilst the renter is using the vehicle. 
Vehicle Licensing Fee: All rentals will incur a charge of Euro 1.32 per day which will be charged locally upon arrival at the collection point. 
Airport Collection: In common with many Airport Car Rental companies a standard location surcharge of EURO 25.00 will be added to the cost when you pick up your car at Dublin, Shannon, Kerry (Farranfore), Knock (Ireland West) or Cork Airport's. This is payable on arrival and is not included in your rental fee. 
Late fees: - After Hours - Dublin Airport: For collection after 23:00 a late fee of EURO 25 applies to all bookings. Shannon Airport: For collection after (midnight) 00:00 a late fee of EURO 25 applies to all bookings. Cork Airport: For collection after 22:00 a late fee of EURO 25 applies to all bookings Kerry Airport: For collection after 20:00 a late fee of Euro 25 applies to all bookings. Knock Airport: For collection after scheduled opening times a late fee of Euro 25.00 applies to all bookings. (Seasonal variations apply.) 
Cross Border Hire: - Northern Ireland, Should you wish to drive in the Northern Ireland it is a requirement of rental that you inform Irish Car Rentals that you wish to do so prior to leaving the rental location. There is a nominal EURO 25 fee when taking your car into Northern Ireland. Cars can not be taken off the island of Ireland at any stage. 

OTHER RENTAL TERMS:
Delayed Arrivals: Please be advised that in the event of a delayed arrival Irish Car Rentals will make every effort to hold your reserved vehicle for as long as possible however where a flight no. has not been provided and we have not been contacted we will regard the booking as a no-show 2 hours from the collection time on the reservation and the vehicle may be released subject to requirements.
Grace Period: Irish Car Rentals allows a 1 hr grace period at the end of your rental. This means on the final day of your rental we allow 1 hours free rental time. Please note that the starting rental time and date indicated on your rental agreement determines the start of your rental. The grace time is counted from that time not the time you actually sit in the rental car and leave our facility. Daily charges apply should the car be returned after the free grace period. 
AA Callouts: All Irish Car Rentals rates include 24 hour breakdown cover. Irish Car Rentals reserves the right to add a callout charge to the hirers rental agreement in the event that the callout does not arise from a mechanical fault with the Irish Car Rentals vehicle. Callout charges resulting from incorrect fuel being added to the fuel tank, keys being mislaid or locked into the vehicle, off road recovery and wheel changes due to punctured tyres will be added to the rental costs. The current callout charge is Euro 100 plus tax.

PLEASE NOTE: 
Vat is 13.5% in the Republic of Ireland. Your car rental quotation includes VAT. However VAT is applicable on all items not included in the basic car rental cost. 
Foreign Currencies: You will be charged for your car rental in Euro - please be advised that foreign currency conversions on our quotation page are given for comparison purposes only. 

DISCLAIMER:
Irish Car Rentals reserve the right to decline a renter at any stage without recourse. 

Version COH/05/06/08 - Subject to alteration without prior notification. If you are having difficulty booking or require further information please contact us either by email or Telephone: FREE FROM USA 1 877 347 3227 Europe 00800 4747 4227 Ireland 1850 206088 or call our central reservations office in Limerick +353 61 206088 A pdf version of our full Terms & Conditions of hire can be downloaded by clicking here.