Yes, Hertz does accept debit cards for car rentals across Europe, but there are important conditions to be aware of:
Accepted Debit Cards
- Must be branded with Visa, MasterCard, or Discover.
- Must be in the name of the main driver.
- Must have sufficient available funds for the deposit and rental charges.
Conditions for Using Debit Cards
- Vehicle class must be Compact through Fullsize.
- You may need to provide two forms of ID and proof of a return travel ticket (especially at airport locations)
- Prepaid rentals: If you paid online, the same debit card must be presented at pick-up
- Premium vehicles and above (e.g., luxury or speciality cars) do not qualify for debit card rentals
- Age requirement: You must be at least 25 years old to rent using a debit card
Deposit Policy
- Hertz places a hold on your debit card for the estimated rental cost plus a security deposit (this amount can vary depending on location and vehicle type)
Availability in Europe
Debit card rentals are available at Hertz locations in:
- Ireland
- UK
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Luxembourg
- Slovakia
