Have you ever rented a car, only to realize later on that you can’t find the receipt? Luckily, this is a common situation with a relatively easy fix. In most situations, you can quickly request a car rental receipt online. However, each rental brand has its own policies for how long they hold onto these receipts and what kind of information you’ll need to retrieve them. Here’s everything you need to know.
Alamo
Alamo has what it calls an online receipt retriever, which requires the driver’s license number and last name of the renter. You will also need the exact start and end date of the reservation to successfully pull up the receipt. Receipts are available for up to a full year in certain countries.
Avis
Avis has an online tool for looking up receipts. You will need to provide the country where the vehicle was rented, the last name of the renter and the confirmation or rental agreement number. Avis Preferred loyalty members can also access receipts simply by logging into their accounts. You’ll have to download Adobe Acrobat to read the receipt. If you cannot access your receipt after 24 hours, Avis asks customers to call 1-800-352-7900 for help.
Budget
Budget has an online form for looking up receipts. The company requires the country where the reservation was picked up, last name of the renter and the confirmation number. Like its sister company Avis, Budget requires Adobe Acrobat to display the receipt. Customers with a Budget account can also look up their rewards by logging into the website. You can also request a receipt by calling 800-621-2844.
Dollar
Dollar Car Rental provides a search tool on its website to find a receipt. To pull up the document, you’ll need the last name of the renter and either a driver’s license or credit card number. Receipts might not show up until seven days after the rental was returned, and are available online for six months. Corporate rentals using Dollar Charge Cards may require a license to obtain, and the system can show 20 receipts at a time. New Zealand rental receipts are not available online. If you run into any problems pulling up the receipt, email reservations@dollar.com.
Enterprise
Enterprise has an online search tool for finding a receipt, which requires the renter’s last name and driver’s license number. The easiest way to access Enterprise receipts is to sign up for an Enterprise Plus account, where receipts will be available 48 hours after returning the vehicle and 360 days thereafter.
Fox
Fox Rent a Car requires customers to use its generic contact form to request invoices. Be sure to select “email invoice copy” as the category.
Hertz
Hertz has a dedicated form to fill out when requesting a receipt. You’ll need to provide the last name of the renter, along with either their driver’s license details or credit card number used to secure the reservation. The system can only show up to 20 receipts at a time, which are uploaded seven days after returning the vehicle and available online for the following six months.
National
National Car Rental provides online receipts only for Emerald Club members. Everyone else has to call 1-800-468-3334 and ask a representative for help. Emerald Club members can log onto their account to find receipts, and also sign up to receive electronic receipts automatically after every rental.
Payless
Payless Car Rental requires its members to sign up for an account on its website to access a form, and then create a ticket to access a receipt. The company says it requires up to 72 hours to respond.
Sixt
Sixt allows customers to pull up receipts up to six months old using its “manage your booking” login. This requires a booking number and email address. Digging up older receipts requires creating a ticket with a customer service specialist.
Thrifty
Thrifty uses an online form to find receipts, which requires the last name of the person who rented the vehicle as well as either the driver’s license number or credit card number used when making the reservation. Receipts may not be available for up to a week after completing the reservation, and live online for six months after that. Receipts for New Zealand rentals are not available, and corporate reservations using charge cards from Thrifty’s sister company Hertz may require a license to retrieve. For any issues with finding the receipt, email reservationinquiries@thrifty.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which place is the easiest to rent a car?
Airports, rental agencies, and hotels are the most popular places to rent cars.
The most common way to find an airport location near you is by using online travel sites such as Expedia or Priceline.
If you are looking for rental options near your location, local companies might be worth looking into. These are often less expensive and easier to use that booking directly via an airline site.
Public transportation is an option if your rental car is for less than 2 weeks. A city-wide bus pass allows unlimited use within a designated area.
You may be able rent a convertible if you are traveling with kids. These vehicles offer more protection to their children than others.
What are the requirements to rent a car abroad?
A variety of websites can help you find affordable European rental cars. These include Alamo and Sixt, Europcar or Hertz. Online booking is also an option.
Before you rent a vehicle, it is important to have all necessary information.
- Your complete name, including any middle names (if relevant)
- The address you are staying
- Date, time & location of pickup
- You can rent a car by the make and model
- Policy number and insurance company
- Requests for extra equipment
- Details of the rental agreement, such as duration, rate, deposit and balance due at the conclusion of the trip, excess charges or limits of liability and cancellation penalties, are included.
- Payment method(s), credit card, debit card cash, personal cheque or cash
After you have obtained all the necessary information, you are able to book your vehicle with the company listed above.
Do you need a car for Europe?
The best solution will depend on where you live and the things you love to do. One European city may have different priorities than one in rural areas.
Also, consider how long your plans to stay in each country. You may need an economical car if there are frequent trips and you don’t plan on staying in one place for long.
In most cases, buying an used car is cheaper than renting one. It is often cheaper to buy a used car than rent one in Europe. You can save money on fuel costs, parking fees, maintenance, insurance, taxes, and so forth.
Another benefit is the fact that you can drive your car without any distractions.
Many websites provide information about renting a car in Europe. You should check out the following recommendations.
Can you rent a car from one European country to return it to another?
A way to make travel more convenient is to rent cars in multiple countries, but have them returned from the country they were rented.
But, this might not be practical as people may not want to pay extra for mileage. Most rental agencies charge much more to return a car if it is returned to the same location as when it was first rented.
It is better to stay in one country unless you are planning on frequent travel.
Statistics
- I’d say 70% of the time, we have a hassle-free encounter, but there have been certain companies that we prefer not to use anymore. (theworldpursuit.com)
- If you’re a member of AAA, you might also be able to snag discounts of 10 percent at Thrifty, and 8 percent at Dollar. (afar.com)
- You can rent an automatic but these cars can cost as much as 50% more than a manual vehicle. (earthtrekkers.com)
- Save up to 30% on your rental car in Europe when you book with us today. (autoeurope.com)
- American Airlines, for example, offers AAdvantage members 35% off Budget and Avis — but you need to rent from an airport. (nerdwallet.com)
External Links
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How To
How can I avoid being charged for pre-existing damage to my rental car?
If you take a rental car for a few days, what happens when the vehicle is returned to the rental agency? Is it possible to be charged for damage to your rental vehicle if there is a scratch? This is a common issue, especially among people renting vehicles from different companies. Customers may be charged even though they didn’t cause any damage when renting their cars. Ask whether charges will be made for scratches or dents to the vehicle. This is a way to avoid such fees. Here are some ways you can make sure you don’t get charged for any pre-existing damage to a car rental.
- Ask for a duplicate of the agreement.
- Make sure you read the description.
- Pay attention to the fine print.
- Ask for a complimentary cleaning;
- Take care of the car’s condition.
- You should not leave anything in your car.
- You should always bring cash when renting a vehicle.
- Keep all receipts;
- You must not allow anyone to touch your car without your consent.
- Never accept a gift from the company;
- Reputable rental agencies are recommended.
- Make sure to take the contract with.
- Restore the vehicle to its original condition.
- Provide your contact details to the agent
- Avoid repeating the same company.
- Make sure to note all details about the car: such as mileage, model and engine size. ;
- Take photos to show the extent of the damage.
- Wash the car by yourself
- A third party should inspect your car.
- Never agree not to pay any additional fees
