The renter and all approved drivers must be in possession of a full, valid driving licence for at least 2 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.
Please show a valid driver's license and ID card/ passport at time of pick up!
Photocopies, digital licenses, Learner's Permits, and driver's licenses with driving restrictions will not be accepted.
On the Seychelles , 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 | 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.
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 | EUR |
| All vehicle classes | 1,800.00 |
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 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 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: Sixt Seychelles Headquarters, Silversands Car Hire Pty Ltd, Beau Vallon, Macouti House Mahé/Seychelles, Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, Fax: +248 374 200, Email: sixt@seychelles.net
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 unlimited cover for personal injuries and 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.
Theft Protection removes the drivers responsibility to a part of the vehicle in case of theft.
If TP is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 1,500.00 EUR
If theft protection is not accepted the customer will be held liable for the full value of the car.
Collision Damage Waiver removes the drivers responsibility to a part of the vehicle in case of damage.
If CDW is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amount: 1,500.00 EUR
If loss damage waiver is not accepted the customer will be held liable for the full value of the car.
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: 500.00 EUR.
If CDW is already included in the rates, the renter can choose Collision damage waiver with minimum excess to reduce the Non-Waiverable Responsibility.
If Collision damage waiver with minimum excess is accepted, customer is only responsible for the following amounts: 200.00 EUR
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 the Seychelles are allowed under conditions depending on tariff.
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.
All vehicles should be refilled prior to return to Sixt with the same amount of fuel received upon checkout, otherwise our current refueling charges will apply.
Alternatively, you may purchase a tankful of fuel at the time of rental at a price that is competitive with local fuel stations and return the tank empty. No refunds will be given for unused fuel.
Deliveries and collections are available at the local rental station subject to a fee.
No Premium Location Fee for rentals at airport and train stations applies.
15%
All rates are inclusive of VAT (if VAT incurs). For corporate customers with individual agreements alternative prices and regulations can apply.