DEPOSIT AT OSCAR CAR RENTAL

Depending on the car type and rental location, you may be asked to pay a deposit, which you will get back when the rental period is over. You can lower your deposit by taking out a selfrisk insurance. 

Insurance Coverage packages

Upgrade your coverage and drive worry-free! Pick the insurance that best suits your needs, with options to reduce your deposit and liability for peace of mind on the road.

Coverage package prices for car

Basic Standard Premium
Deposit €800 €400 €400
Excess €1,000 €450 €0
Price per day €0 €12 €30

*Excess refers to the maximum amount you have to pay out of pocket per damage to the rental vehicle or if it's stolen.

Coverage package prices for van, minibus, and moving truck

Basic Standard Premium
Deposit €1,000 €500 €500
Excess €1,250 €600 €250
Price per day €0 €15 €35

*Excess refers to the maximum amount you have to pay out of pocket per damage to the rental vehicle or if it's stolen.

*Please note that deposits may vary from car rental location to location. The exact amounts can be seen in the booking proces after you have picked the car you wish to rent.

Overhead Damage

Overhead damage is damage caused by a collision with the part of the vehicle that is more than 1.90 meters above the ground or by collision with objects attached to the vehicle that are more than 1.90 meters above the ground.

An excess of € 3500 (private individuals) and € 5000 (business customers) applies to this damage. This selfrisk cannot be bought off or reduced.

Why does Oscar charge a deposit?

We charge a deposit to be sure the car is returned in the same condision as it was received in. If you deliver back the car in the same condition ther reserved amount will be released to your account again. If additional costs have been incurred such as extra kilometers, missing fuel, fines or similar, this can be deducted from your deposit.