Age Requirements
Renters must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license. Rental companies charge additional fees to renters under age 25.
Credit Cards
Rental car companies require a valid credit card, and they typically place a $100 hold when renting the car. The hold is released after the car is returned.
Debit Cards
Some rental companies allow renters to use debit cards at their airport locations. Debit card users are subject to a $350 deposit and may be required to present additional identification.
Car Insurance
Rental companies offer insurance for additional fees. Read your credit card's coverage policy for car rentals and check your car insurance policy to see if the rental is covered.
Second Drivers
Additional drivers are required to have a valid driver's license, be at least 21 years old and sign the rental agreement.
Car Return
Rentals are due back at a designated time, and additional hourly fees are charged if the car is returned late.
Article Written By Baldwin Ellis
Based in Atlanta, Baldwin Ellis has been a writer since 2007. He covers fitness, mental health and travel, with work appearing in print and online publications such as Scazu Fitness and USA Today Travel Tips. Ellis holds a Master of Arts in community psychology.
