The driver must be in possession of a valid driving license for at least 1 year. Furthermore, the following conditions apply depending on the issuing country of the driving licence.
If the renter or driver has been in Honduras for more than 3 months, they need to present a driver's license issued in Honduras.
Driving licenses printed with non Roman Alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, Cyrillic etc) must be complemented by an International driving license.
Please show your valid ID card or passport and driver license when renting.
Photocopies, digital licenses, learner's permits, and driver's licenses with driving restrictions will not be accepted.
The driver must be in possession of a driving license valid for a minimum of 1 year.
The following rules for minimum age and possession of a valid driver's license apply to rentals by vehicle class:
| Minimum Age | License Requirements | Car Category |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | License held for 1 year | ECAR, CCAR |
| 25 | License held for 4 years | DFAR, SPAR, SPMR, PPMR, IFAR, CFAR, SFAR, RFAR, PFAR, FVMR, LFAR, XFAR, FFAR, XXAR, IPMR, SFDR |
A Young Driver Fee applies for drivers under 25 years of age.
An additional charge applies for drivers over 65 years of age (for all vehicle categories) with Sixt Honduras.
The following credit cards are accepted: all credit cards from internationally recognised credit card companies - such as American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard and Visa. We do not accept any prepaid cards or debit cards (Visa Electron). The renter must be the owner of the indicated credit card.
Sixt CarExpress Servicecard (Advantage Circle) is only accepted in combination with a valid Credit Card.
Cash Payment is not accepted.
Traveller's checks are accepted. However, please note that a credit card for guarantee purposes must be presented on collection of the vehicle.
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.
| Cars | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle group | Deposit amount | Currency |
| ECAR, CCAR | Rental amount + 1,000.00 | USD |
| DFAR, IPMR, SPAR, SPMR, PPMR, IFAR, CFAR, SFAR, RFAR, WFAR, PFAR, SVAR, FVMR, IPMR, SFDR | Rental amount + 2,000.00 | USD |
| LFAR, XFAR, FFAR, GFAR | Rental amount + 2,500.00 | USD |
| XXAR | Rental amount + 4,000.00 | USD |
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 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 USD. 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 rental begins. 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: Honduras Headquarters, Residencial El Trapiche, Contiguo a la Iglesia a CCI. Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Tel: 504-22352105, or by email: reservaciones@sixt.hn.
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 below mentioned protections includes a road assistance service. All transfer costs of any damaged rented vehicle as a result of an accident or driver behaviour have to be assumed by the renter.
Sixt Rent a Car Honduras does not accept Car Rental Insurance, third party liability insurance or other protections offered by third party companies that are not fully registered and authorized by the Government of Honduras to provide this type of service within our borders.
Rental rates do include Third Party Liability.
Protection coverage for the vehicle includes Third Party Liability with a maximum cover of 30,000.00 USD for personal injuries and material damages.
The customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 1000.00 USD.
Excluded from the protection is the use of the vehicle for the transport of dangerous goods. Coverage does not apply if driving through rivers, on beach or in contact with salt water. All protection cover 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.
If purchased Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI) protects the renter against claims made by a third party for -bodily injury- and/or property damages sustained as a result of an accident while the renter is operating a -rental vehicle-.
This coverage supplies Renter with third-party liability protection up to a limit of 80,000.00 USD.
If SLI is accepted, the customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 0.00 USD.
Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI) does not cover all situations that may arise while operating a -rental vehicle-. SLI does not cover all risks. There may be exclusions for unauthorized or intoxicated drivers, no first party uninsured motorist coverage, no coverage for certain passengers in the Vehicle, and other exclusions.
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: 1,000.00 USD - ECAR, CCAR 2,000.00 USD - CFAR, DFAR, FFAR, FVMR, GFAR, IFAR, IPMR, LFAR, PFAR, PPMR, RFAR, SFAR, SFDR, SPAR, SPMR, SVAR, XFAR 4,000.00 USD - XXAR
If loss damage waiver (incl. theft protection) is not accepted the customer will be held liable for the full value of the car.
Excluded from the coverage are damages on tyres and rims, damages caused through vandalism and partial theft.
Excluded from the protection is driving through rivers, on beach or the contact with salt water.
If LDW is already included in the rates, the renter can choose Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with minimum excess to 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 USD
By taking out personal accident protection can also be extended to cover the consequences of an accident.
By taking out PAP the limit of liability is: 6,100.00 USD for invalidity, 6,100.00 USD for decease and up to a limit of 12,000 USD per event and 2,000.00 USD per occupant for medical costs.
(Personal Accident Protection = I)
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 no glass and tyre cover has been arranged, the leaser shall be liable for up to the full amount of the damage.
The mobility service is an extended breakdown cover during the rental and protects against high service fees and repair costs in the following self-caused events, within national territory and on authorised travel abroad: key locked inside the vehicle, loss of keys, getting stuck, jump start in the event of an empty battery and breakdown due to lack of fuel or electricity.
All services must only be requested by using the Sixt 24-hour roadside assistance. This assistance also determines the type and extent of the cover, with the objective of keeping the renter mobile. Unless caused by Sixt itself within the framework of the mobility service, the renter is liable for damage to the rental vehicle.
Cross Border Rentals 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 Honduras 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.
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 child 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.
Deliveries and collections are available at the local rental station subject to a fee.
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.
A premium location fee occurs for rentals at airport and train stations.
Out of opening hours service is available at selected stations. In this case, an additional charge applies for the provision of the service.
(Out Of Hours = OH)
A Lost Of Key Fee applies depending on the vehicle group.
The car key delivery fee depends on the distance calculated from the Sixt Headquarters in Honduras.
A Loss Of Car License Plate Fee of USD 300.- applies.
Loss of the car documents Fee will apply of 57.50 USD.
In case the car requires a special cleaning procedure (i.e. smell removal, animal pollution, spill of liquids etc.) after returning, a cleaning charge will apply.
All rates are inclusive of VAT (if VAT incurs). For corporate customers with individual agreements alternative prices and regulations can apply.