Driving Licence Requirements The lessee and the driver must be in possession of a full, valid driving licence and present this 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.
Photocopies, digital licenses, Learner's Permits, and driver's licenses with driving restrictions will not be accepted.
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.
To verify the validity of a driving licenses, the original driving license must be presented. No digital driving licence will be accepted.
In Jersey, 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 | ECMR, ECAH, EDMR, EDAR, EDAH, CFAR, CFAH, IFMR, IFAR, IFAH, SFAH, FVAH, LVAR, CTAR |
| 30 | License held for 5 years | XSAR |
A Young Driver Surcharge applies for drivers under 25 years.
Maximum age in Jersey is 75.
The following credit cards are accepted: Mastercard, Visa, prepaid cards and debit cards. We do not accept American Express. 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.
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 | GBP |
| E***, I***, C***, S***, F*** | 300.00 |
| CTAR, LVAR | 500.00 |
| XSAR | 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 GBP. 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: Arrivals Hall, Jersey Airport, L'Avenue de la Reine Elizabeth II, St Peter, Jersey JE1 1BY. Email: hello@sixt.je
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.
Rental rates do include Third Party Liability.
Protection coverage for the vehicle includes Third Party Liability with a maximum cover of 20,000,000.- GBP for damaged vehicle, 5,000,000,- GBP for personal injuries and unlimited liability per person injury. Protection coverage is limited to Jersey only.
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.
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: 1,500.00 GBP - ECMR, ECAH, EDMR, EDAR, EDAH, CFAR, CFAH, IFMR, IFAR, IFAH, SFAH, FVAH, LVAR, CTAR 5.000,00 GBP - XSAR
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: 500,00 GBP - LVAR 750,00 GBP - ECMR, ECAH, EDMR, EDAR, EDAH, CFAR, CFAH, IFMR, IFAR, IFAH, SFAH, FVAH, CTAR 3,000.00 GBP - XSAR
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 GBP
Loss damage waiver (including Theft Protection) with minimum excess is not offered on the car group XSAR.
The tire and glass coverage provides protection for damages on tires and windscreen with a deductible of GBP 0.00.
If the protection is not accepted, the customer will be held liable for the full extent of the damage.
By taking out insurance protection for the interior, liability in the event of damage or soil to the vehicle interior can be eliminated.
If the protection is not accepted, the customer will be held liable for the full extent of the damages and cleaning costs to the vehicle interior. Interior Protection is not valid in the event of willful or grossly negligent damage or soil caused to the vehicle interior, by for example smoking, transporting animal without pet package, or by removing car parts like floor mats or luggage space cover.
Cross Border Rentals are not allowed.
In case of offence against Cross Border & Territorial Restrictions all protections lose their validity.
One-Way Rentals within Jersey are not allowed.
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.
Accessories are bookable without obligation and subject to availability.
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.
Child 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.
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.
A Loss Of Key Fee applies depending on the vehicle group.
The renter is liable for payment of all traffic/parking fines occurring during the rental.
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.
There will be an Environmental Fee, which is included in the rent.
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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.