Renting a car offers freedom and flexibility, and at Midway Car Rental, we aim to make this process as smooth and transparent as possible. To ensure a seamless rental experience, it’s important to understand our renter requirements and forms of payment policies. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of what you need to know before you pick up your Midway car rental.
Renter Requirements at Midway Car Rental
To rent a vehicle from Midway Car Rental, certain requirements must be met by all renters and additional drivers. These policies are in place to ensure the safety and security of both our customers and our vehicles.
Age Restrictions
At Midway Car Rental, the minimum age to rent a vehicle is 21 years old. This applies to all vehicle classes. For renters between the ages of 21 and 24, an underage surcharge of $25 per day will apply. However, young renters have access to a wide selection of vehicles, including:
- Economy through Full Size cars
- Cargo and Minivans
- Pickups
- Compact, Small, and Standard SUVs (seating up to 5 passengers)
Driver’s License Requirements
A valid driver’s license is mandatory for all renters and additional drivers at Midway Car Rental. Learner’s permits or instructional permits are not accepted. It’s crucial that the driver’s license is valid throughout the rental period. For more detailed information, please refer to our comprehensive Driver’s License Information Policy available at the rental counter.
Payment Methods and Debit Card Policy
Midway Car Rental offers various convenient payment options to make your rental process hassle-free. We accept the following forms of payment:
- VISA®
- MasterCard®
- American Express®
- Discover Network®
- Debit Cards (under specific conditions)
When booking your Midway car rental online or reviewing your reservation, the estimated total will be charged to your provided payment method. Please note that modifications to your reservation may result in changes to the estimated total.
Debit Card Usage
Using a debit card for your Midway car rental is possible, but certain conditions apply, particularly at airport locations. Debit cards are accepted at airport locations only if you can present a ticketed return travel itinerary at the time of rental.
Furthermore, the name and address on your driver’s license must match your current home address for debit card transactions. An exception is made for active duty military personnel, who are exempt from the address matching requirement.
It’s important to be aware that when using a debit card for any rental charges, the funds available in your associated account will be reduced by the owed amount. Midway Car Rental is not responsible for any overdraft fees incurred due to debit card usage. For complete details regarding debit card usage, please consult our dedicated Forms of Payment policy section.
Insurance Verification Policy
For renters without a ticketed return travel itinerary and who intend to rent specific luxury vehicle classes, Midway Car Rental requires insurance verification at the time of rental. This policy applies to the following vehicle categories:
- Full Size Luxury Sedan
- Premium Luxury Sedan
- Midsize Sport Luxury Sedan
- Electric Luxury Sedan
- Premium Luxury SUV
- Extended Luxury SUV
- Electric Luxury SUV
- Limo Van
- Corvette
For these vehicle classes, renters must provide proof of a transferrable auto collision, comprehensive, and liability insurance policy. This ensures adequate coverage during your Midway car rental period.
Forms of Payment Policies at Midway Car Rental
Midway Car Rental strives to offer flexible payment solutions. We accept a range of payment methods to cater to your needs.
Accepted Payment Methods
As previously mentioned, Midway Car Rental gladly accepts the following payment forms for rentals:
- VISA®
- MasterCard®
- American Express®
- Discover Network®
- Debit Card (with restrictions as outlined)
The estimated total for your Midway car rental will be charged to your chosen payment method at the time of reservation or rental commencement.
Deposit Amount
To cover potential additional charges that may arise during your rental agreement, Midway Car Rental requires a deposit. The standard deposit amount is $400. However, a deposit of $850 is required for rentals of the following vehicle classes:
- Performance Sport
- Full Size Luxury SUV
- Electric Luxury SUV
- Full Size Elite Electric Sedan
- Midsize Sport Luxury Sedan
- Full Size Luxury Sedan
- Premium Luxury Sedan
- Electric Luxury Sedan
- Premium Luxury SUV
- Extended Luxury SUV
- Limo Van
- Corvette
It’s important to note that the deposit amount will be held and will not be available for use during your rental period. The deposit will be refunded after the vehicle is returned, provided all terms of the rental agreement are met.
The deposit must be made using one of the accepted forms of payment listed above. Money orders and prepaid cards are not acceptable for the deposit at the time of rental but can be used to settle any outstanding amounts at the end of the rental period. Cash is not accepted at any point.
Additional Payment Information
For added convenience, credit cards listed on your Midway Car Rental loyalty profile (such as Emerald Club or E Club) with sufficient available credit can be used for all rental charges.
All charges incurred during your Midway car rental will be processed as an authorization hold against your credit or debit card and subsequently charged.
For more details regarding debit card usage and general rental requirements, please refer back to the Renter Requirements policy section.
Conclusion
Understanding the renter requirements and payment policies at Midway Car Rental is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable rental experience. By ensuring you meet the age and driver’s license criteria, and are prepared with an accepted form of payment and necessary insurance verification (if applicable), you can confidently pick up your Midway car rental and embark on your journey. We are committed to providing transparent and customer-friendly policies to make your car rental process as easy as possible. For any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service team.
