The renter and all approved drivers must be in possession of a full, valid driving licence for at least 2 years and present it together with an identity card or passport while receiving delivery of the vehicle. Furthermore, the following conditions apply depending on the issuing country of the driving licence. EU Driving Licences Valid driving licences of all EU countries are accepted. All Other Licences Driving Licences printed with non-Roman Alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, and Cyrillic) must be accompanied by a valid International Driving Permit.
Sixt supports Chinese customers with the necessary translations via Sixt WeChat Account or via following link: Link . This or any other kind of valid translation of the driving license can only be accepted if accompanied by the original driving license.
Photocopies, digital licenses, Learner's Permits, and driver's licenses with driving restrictions will not be accepted.
Certain regulations apply related to minimum age and possession of driver's license which can be found during the booking process depending on the booked vehicle. Basically, the minimum age for every driver is 21 years (having held the driving license for at least 2 years). A deviation from the minimum age is possible depending on the vehicle. In Cyprus, the following rules apply for the minimum age and possession of a driver's license:
| Minimum Age | License Requirements | Car Category |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | License held for 2 years | M***, E***, C***, I***, F***, P***, S***, LDAR, LFAR, X*** |
| 25 | License held for 5 years | LTAR |
Maximum age is 79 years.
A surcharge applies for young drivers under 25 and over 70 years.
All credit cards from internationally recognized credit card companies - such as Eurocard/Mastercard, American Express and Visa are acceptable as payment methods whereas any prepaid or debit cards (Visa Electron) are not accepted. The payment method must have been issued in the name of the driver. This must be presented at the time of vehicle pick-up and be valid at this time.
Sixt CarExpress Servicecard (Advantage Circle) is only accepted in combination with a valid Credit Card.
Cash Payment is not accepted.
Please note, that payments with credit card may require the PIN of the credit card.
An advance charge approval is obtained for the chosen means of payment as a security. The exact deposit is determined on collection since the amount is dependent on the vehicle.
| Advance Charge Approval | |
|---|---|
| CRS Code | EUR |
| MCMN, MDMN, MCMR, MDAR, ECMR, CDMR, EDMR, EDAR, CCMR, CLMR, CCAR | Rental amount + 500.00 |
| CLAR, ILMR, IDMR, IDAR, ILAR, CFMR, CFAR, IFAR, IFAN, SFAR, FFAR, IVAR, FDAR | Rental amount + 800.00 |
| JFAR, SVAR, FVMR, FVAR, CTAR, ITAR | Rental amount + 1,100.00 |
| LFAR, XFAR, PDAR, LDAR, XTAR, PTAR | Rental amount + 1.500.00 |
| LTAR, XFAN, XJAN, XFAX, XJAR, XDAR, XLAR | Rental amount + 2.500.00 |
When booking at a prepaid rate, the payment will be charged along with the total rental price (incl. booked extras and charges) prior to the rental. The driver and mode of payment shall be finalised at the time of reservation and cannot be changed. The confirmed credit card should be valid and available for presentation on collection of the vehicle. All extra costs that occur during the car rental will be charged to this credit card. A refund shall not be issued for non-collection, vehicle being collected late or returned early.
Changing booking
Changing Booking A prepaid booking can be changed up to 48 hours before the start of the rental (depending on availability) in return for a booking modification fee of 20,00 EUR. Any payment already made towards the rental will not be refunded; nor shall any differential amount be refunded if this modification leads to a lesser rental cost. Any changes made to a prepaid reservation may impact the rental rate. A change from a prepaid rate to a non-prepaid rate is not possible.
Cancellation
A booking can be cancelled before the start of the rental. In the event of cancellation, the payment in advance already made towards the rental shall be paid back subject to a cancellation charge, which will be withheld and shall be in the amount of the rental charge (including any extras and charges) for a maximum of 3 rental days. Cancellations can be made online or in writing and must be addressed to: Sixt Cyprus Headquarters, Uniwheels Car Rentals Ltd, 107 Georgiou A'Belmar Comlex Shop 5C, 3305 Limassol, Fax: +357 (0)25 312898, Email: reservations@sixt.com.cy
Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours of booking can be completed free of charge, provided the scheduled pick-up time is more than 48 hours away.
No-show
In the event that the booked vehicle is not collected or not collected at the agreed time, the rental charge already paid shall be withheld in full.
None of the protections covers the use of a vehicle in the North of Cyprus, underbody damage and damage resulting from such underbody damage, the loss or damage of keys.
Excluded from the protection is driving the vehicle in prohibited areas set by official order or driving on ice, unbridged rivers and streams, foreshores and other off-road terrains.
Protection coverage for the vehicle rented includes Third Party Liability with a maximum cover of 1.120.000,00 EUR for material damages and 33.540.000,00 EUR for personal injuries.
Excluded from the protection is the use of the vehicle for the transport of dangerous goods. All protection as part of the rental contract will become void, in particular, if an unauthorized driver has used the vehicle or if the driver of the vehicle does not possess the required driver's license at the time of the event giving rise to claim.
Loss damage waiver (incl. theft protection) removes the drivers responsibility to a part of the vehicle in case of damage or theft.
If loss damage waiver (incl. theft protection) is accepted, the customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 500.00 EUR (MCMN, MCMR, MDMN, MDMR, MDAR, ECMR, EDMR, EDAR, CDMR, CLMR, CCMR, CCAR, CLAR) 800.00 EUR (ILMR, IDMR, IDAR, ILAR, CFMR, CFAR, IFAR, IFAN, SFAR, IVAR, FDAR, FFAR ) 1,100.00 EUR (SVAR, FVMR, CTAR, JFAR, FVAR, ITAR) 2,000.00 EUR (LFAR, XTAR, PDAR, LDAR, PTAR, XFAR) 3,000.00 EUR (XFAN, XJAN, XFAX, LTAR, XDAR, XLAR, XJAR)
If loss damage waiver (incl. theft protection) is not accepted the customer will be held liable for the full value of the car.
If LDW is already included in the rates, the renter can choose Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with reduced excess to reduce/eliminate the Non-Waiverable Responsibility.
If loss damage waiver (incl. theft protection) with reduced excess is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 1,000.00 EUR (LTAR, XDAR, XFAN, XFAX, XJAN, XJAR, XLAR)
(reduced excess LDW = BE)
If LDW is already included in the rates, the renter can choose Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with minimum excess to reduce/eliminate the Non-Waiverable Responsibility.
If Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with minimum excess is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 0.00 EUR (CCAR, CCMR, CDMR, CFAR, CFMR, CLAR, CLMR, CTAR, ECMR, EDAR, EDMR, FDAR, FFAR, FVAR, FVMR, IDAR, IDMR, IFAN, IFAR, ILAR, ILMR, ITAR, IVAR, JFAR, LDAR, LFAR, MCMN, MCMR, MDAR, MDMN, MDMR, PDAR, PTAR, SFAR, SVAR, XFAR, XTAR) 1,000.00 EUR (XDAR, XFAN, XFAX, XJAN, XJAR, XLAR)
Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with minimum excess is not offered on the car group LTAR.
The tire and glass coverage provides protection for damages on tires, windscreen, side windows and the rear window with a deductible of EUR 0.00.
If the protection is not accepted, the customer will be held liable for the full extent of the damage.
Our Roadside Protection is an extended breakdown protection during the car rental in Cyprus and protects the contract holder against high service and repair costs for the following incidents: 1) Key locked inside the vehicle: In the event of the key being locked inside the vehicle, Sixt will assume the cost of transport/delivery of the replacement key within 24 hours or for the vehicle to be towed away and for a replacement vehicle. 2) Breakdown caused by lack of fuel: In the event of a breakdown due to having run out of fuel, Sixt will assume the costs for the breakdown assistance and fuel required for the onward journey. 3) Assistance due to flat battery: In the event of assistance with starting being needed, Sixt will assume the costs for assistance (by the vehicle manufacturer or one of its partners). 4) Key loss/damage: In the event of loss of or damage to the vehicle key, Sixt will assume the cost of transport/delivery of the replacement key within 24 hours. The costs for the replacement key itself shall be covered by the customer. All services may only be ordered by a direct claim with Sixt Cyprus. We will determine the type and extent of service required to ensure the client can continue the journey. If any damage on the rental vehicle occurs, which is not covered by Sixt within the scope of the Roadside Protection, the renter is liable for such damage. Roadside protection is provided 24/7 (365 days).
Cross Border Rentals are not allowed. Cross Border Rentals to Northern Cyprus are not allowed.
In case of offence against Cross Border & Territorial Restrictions all protections lose their validity.
Accessories are bookable without obligation and subject to availability.
One-way rentals within Sixt locations in Cyprus are allowed under conditions depending on tarif.
International one-way rentals are not allowed.
In the case of unannounced and unauthorised one-way rentals, we reserve the right to charge an additional fee.
Navigation systems are available subject to a fee.
A charge is levied for the additional driver, whose details are noted in the lease only if the additional driver presents a valid driver's license.
Baby seats and booster seats are available subject to a fee.
All vehicles are supplied with a full tank of fuel and should be refilled prior to return to Sixt, otherwise the current prices per litre of petrol or diesel will be charged in addition to a refuelling fee.
If desired, the vehicle will be refuled according to currently available conditions after returning it to the station.
Fuelling service: Subject to availability at the respective branch, you can book our "Fuelling service" at the specified price and thereby return the vehicle without a full fuel tank. In this case, you will only be charged for the subsequently fuelled litres of fuel at comparable fuel station prices, in addition to the above-mentioned fee.
Deliveries and collections are available at the local rental station subject to a fee.
Delivery/Collection Service within city limits (10km circle from office) is free of charge.
This service is available on request for an additional commitment fee outside opening times at selected locations.
The renter is obliged to report the vehicle back to SIXT at the end of the rental period.
Wi-Fi is available subject to a fee.
A premium location fee occurs for rentals at airport and train stations.
The renter is liable for the payment of all charges, penalties and fines incurred in connection with the use of the vehicle. Payment of Toll fees are also in the responsibility of the driver. Drivers will be liable to pay all penalties/fines related to late, or nonpayment of a traffic offence. An administration fee of 25,00 EUR will apply for every transaction handled by Sixt.
Out of opening hours service is available at selected stations. In this case, an additional charge applies for the provision of the service.
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All rates are inclusive of VAT (if VAT incurs). For corporate customers with individual agreements alternative prices and regulations can apply.