Costs & Coverage

Standard inclusions with most suppliers are third-party liability insurance (mandatory by Croatian law), collision damage waiver (CDW) with an excess, and theft protection (TP). Fuel, security deposit hold, and any additional add-on costs are to be borne by travellers separately. You can read the rental terms carefully to know more about added fees and the cost breakdown on the booking summary page before confirming.

📋 What’s included in a car rental deal varies by supplier policies. Make sure to confirm with the supplier to avoid any confusion later on.

Security deposit is an amount temporarily held by car rental suppliers on the main driver’s credit card. The exact amount varies by supplier and by your chosen vehicle category and insurance package, usually €200- €2,000.

⚠️ Purchasing Full Coverage or Super CDW for the rental can lower the security deposit. The amount is fully released within 7-21 days after the car is returned, provided there is no damage or traffic violations.

Standard CDW reduces your liability but usually leaves an excess. The excess amount is usually between €500 to €1,500, which you would pay in the event of damage before the insurance takes over. Super CDW (also called full cover or zero excess) removes that liability entirely for a daily fee, usually €8–€20/day. It can be particularly beneficial for driving on difficult roads, such as those in mountains, narrow village streets, or unfamiliar urban areas.

💡 Check whether your credit card insurance already provides rental car excess cover before making a purchase.