Europe Car Rental FAQs
At Miles Car Rental we answer the most common questions about car rental in Europe, a city well known for its technology, history, music festivals and much more. Read this information in detail and get all the answers you need!
Deposit guarantee: A deposit will be required as a guarantee at the time of pick up. The corresponding amount will be determined by the rental company and will be retained on the credit card registered at the counter.
Driver’s license: You must provide a valid driver’s license (Latin Alphabet) issued in your country of residence. If your driver’s license is not in Latin Alphabet, you will be required to provide an international driver’s license along with your driver’s license. An international driver’s license may be mandatory in some areas of the USA. Please verify this information with the corresponding entity before travelling.
Credit card: The reservation holder must have a valid credit card under his/her name. The credit card holder's name must be printed on the card and it must count with sufficient funds to cover the deposit guarantee. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Diners, American Express and/or Discover.
Minimum age: The main driver must be at least 25 years old.
Roundtrip airline and/or cruise tickets.
Valid Passport.
You may pay for your reservation through our website with any of the following options:
- Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Diners, American Express, y/o Discover).
- Debit card with a Visa or MasterCard logo.
- PayPal
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Please note that you may pay for your reservation with Miles Car Rental using a friend’s, relative’s, or company credit card.
Important: Remember that as a requirement, the reservation holder must present a credit card under his/her name at the time of rental. The credit card holder's name must be printed on the card.
You may cancel your reservation using the following link: Cancel my Reservation
To modify your reservation for free, please contact our Customer Service Department.
A cancellation fee of 20% over the prepaid value will apply. Some rental companies manage different cancellation policies such as:
Sixt:
- If you cancel your booking with an anticipation of more than 48 hours prior to the pick-up time registered on your reservation, a penalty of 20% will be applied over the prepaid value.
- A penalty of USD 100.00 will be applied over the prepaid value if the booking is cancelled or modified within 48 hours or less prior to the pick-up time registered on the reservation. If the prepaid value is less than USD 100.00, a refund will not be granted.
- If the booking is not used or if the rental requirements are not met at the counter, a penalty of 100% over the prepaid value will be applied.
Alamo, National and Enterprise: A penalty of 100% will be applied over the prepaid value in case the reservation is not used or, in case the rental requirements are not met at the counter.
You will be able to verify the corresponding cancellation policy on our website before finalizing your reservation.
We have over 12,000 locations throughout the country, some of which are located at airports as well as at other locations throughout the city. For additional information, please visit our location section by clicking on the following link: Locations.
The deposit amount may vary depending on the season, itinerary, and car category. This amount will be confirmed by the rental company at the time of pick up. The reservation holder must have a valid credit card under his/her name. The credit card holder's name must be printed on the card and it must count with sufficient funds to cover the deposit guarantee.
The deposit on the credit card will be released upon the return of the car. However, the funds may take up to 15 business days before they can be reflected on the account.
Car Rental Shannon
Car Rental Shannon Old meets new in Shannon, County Clare, Ireland, and the best way to see this gem in the Emerald Isle is with a vehicle from Miles Car Rental Europe. Hire a Car in Shannon Bus tours and organized sightseeing often don't cut it compared to traveling the countryside in a car. A tour bus often misses much of the local scenery, and Shannon offers plenty of natural beauty and attractions for the visitor.
When you Hire a Car in Shannon, you make up your own itinerary. You pick what you want to see and where you want to go. The result is a personalized tour to suit your interests and personal timetable. Shannon is certain to appeal to visitors with an appreciation for heritage. Its historic sites include: Craggaunowen Prehistoric Park and Castle -- If you want to delve into the past, this is a location you have to see.
The park itself is actually an outdoor museum situated in lush woodland, where sheep, wild boar and other denizens of the forest live. At Craggaunowenu you get a peek into what everyday life was like in Celtic Ireland -- 1,500 years ago. View ancient artifacts from the Bronze Age. Investigate a reconstruction of a crannog, an ancient Celtic farmhouse complete with actors who provide a real-time experience set in the prehistoric past.
After you finish your visit to the park, jump forward several centuries and tour the castle that was built in the 16th century. Bunratty Castle -- An ancient fortress that goes back to when the Vikings invaded the area, Bunratty Castle was the power center for the O'Brien clan who ruled as High Kings of Munster. The castle is renowned for its recreation of its popular medieval banquets. The Burren -- The Burren is a vast area in County Clare that offers many geological marvels including limestone pavements that date back to the Glacial Era.
The Burren covers about 97 square miles and also includes fossils, caves, and the habitats of many seabirds as well as the famed Cliffs of Moher with their spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Stop at a local cafe or visit the village of Doolin, which is close by and a place to enjoy traditional Irish music. The Shannon Golf Club -- If you can't travel without a visit to the links, try checking out the Shannon Golf Club and its 6,763-yard course. Car Rental in Shannon makes access easy.
Miles Car Rental Europe will match you with the perfect vehicle to suit your travels, car preferences and the size of your party. Our experienced, courteous and friendly staff will greet you with typical Irish hospitality, and they are always approachable for sightseeing suggestions. Our trusted and dependable service is matched by our very affordable rates, and that's no blarney.
