The renter and all approved drivers must be in possession of a full, valid driving licence for at least 3 years. Furthermore, the following conditions apply depending on the issuing country of the driving licence.
Driving license printed with non Roman Alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, Cyrillic etc) must be complemented by an International driving license.
For Chinese driving licences, no International Driving Permit is required.
International renters/drivers also need an international driver's license and a valid passport.
Photocopies, digital licenses, Learner's Permits, and driver's licenses with driving restrictions will not be accepted.
In New Caledonia, the following rules apply for the minimum age and possession of a driver's license:
| Minimum Age | License Requirements | Car Category |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | License held for 3 years | All vehicle classes |
The following credit cards are accepted: all credit cards from internationally recognised credit card companies - such as American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard/Mastercard, Visa. We do not accept any prepaid cards or debit cards (Visa Electron). The renter must be the owner of the indicated credit card.
Cheques are not accepted.
Cash Payment is not accepted.
Please note, that payments with credit card may require the PIN of the credit card.
No advance charge approval is obtained for the chosen means of payment as a security.
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 20,19 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 already made towards the rental will be paid back subject to a cancellation charge. The cancellation charge shall be the amount of the rental charge (including any extras and charges) for a maximum of 2 rental days. Cancellations can be made online or in writing and must be addressed to: Sixt New Caledonia Headquarters 2 impasse UITOE New Caledonia Fax: +687 35 12 43 Email: contact@sixt.nc
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.
Protection coverage for the vehicle rented includes Third Party Liability with a maximum cover of 762,580.00 EUR for personal injuries and 460,900.00 EUR for material damages.
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.
The hirer is liable up to the maximum amount of liability for accidents caused by the hirer, damage caused by parking, theft or any damage caused by an unknown third party. The hirer is also liable for the costs of towing, recovering and storing the vehicle.
Collision Damage Waiver removes the drivers responsibility to a part of the vehicle in case of damage.
Damages to the vehicle's chassis underbody, tyres, rims, hubcaps, windows and portable navigation systems are not covered by any protection and will be charged to the renter.
All rates are inclusive of CDW. Customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 2,000.00 EUR (ECMR, EDMR, EDAR, EWMR, CDMR, IVMR, IWMR, IFAR, FVMR) 3,000.00 EUR (A, B)
If CDW is already included in the rates, the renter can choose Collision Damage Waiver with reduced excess to reduce the Non-Waiverable Responsibility.
If Collision Damage Waiver with reduced excess is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 1,000.00 EUR (ECMR, EDMR, EDAR, EWMR, CDAR, CDMR, IVMR, IWMR, IFAR, FVMR) 1,500.00 EUR (A, B)
Theft Protection removes the drivers responsibility to a part of the vehicle in case of theft.
All rates are inclusive of TP. Customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 4,000.00 EUR (ECMR, EDMR, EDAR, EWMR, CDMR, IVMR, IWMR, IFAR, FVMR) 6,000.00 EUR (A, B)
If TP is already included in the rates, the renter can choose TP with reduced excess to reduce the Non-Waiverable Responsibility.
If TP with reduced excess is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 2,000.00 EUR (ECMR, EDMR, EDAR, EWMR, CDMR, CDAR, IVMR, IWMR, IFAR, FVMR) 3,000.00 EUR (A, B)
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.
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, 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.
If desired, the vehicle will be refuled according to currently available conditions after returning it to the station.
Within city limits a Delivery/Collection Service charge applies. For Delivery/Collection Service outside city limits please contact the local rental station.
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.
In Noumea, tolls and road taxes may apply. These tolls and road taxes have to be paid directly by the renter in the toll stations or with the operators.
Rental cars can only be driven on sealed/bitumen or well maintained roads.
All rates are inclusive of VAT (if VAT incurs). For corporate customers with individual agreements alternative prices and regulations can apply.