{"id":5151,"date":"2026-06-17T10:43:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T10:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/?post_type=faq&p=5151"},"modified":"2026-07-02T06:38:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T06:38:40","slug":"%f0%9f%92%b3-cost-payments","status":"publish","type":"faq","link":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/faq\/%f0%9f%92%b3-cost-payments\/","title":{"rendered":"Booking & Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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How much is the car rental deposit in Opatija Downtown?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A security deposit of \u20ac1,000 to \u20ac3,500 is pre-authorised on the main driver’s credit card at the time of car rental pickup in Opatija, much like the rest of Croatia. The exact amount can vary based on your chosen vehicle type and insurance level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insurance level<\/strong><\/td>Typical deposit held<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Standard CDW only<\/td>\u20ac1,000\u2013\u20ac3,500<\/td><\/tr>
Super CDW \/ reduced excess<\/td>~Rental cost + \u20ac200<\/td><\/tr>
Full protection (zero excess)<\/td>Rental cost only (varies)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u26a0\ufe0f Your credit card should have enough available credit limit to cover both the deposit and any travel expenses. The deposit is usually released within 7\u201321 days after the car is returned without any damage or traffic fines.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Opatija?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Compact cars can be booked at as low as \u20ac21\/day in late autumn and early spring. Prices often peak in July and August, especially due to high demand for standard and luxury vehicle categories. A downtown rental pickup can help you save on the charges involved for airport collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Car type<\/strong><\/td>Cheapest month<\/strong><\/td>Off-peak<\/strong><\/td>Peak (Jul\u2013Aug)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Mini<\/td>Nov\u2013Mar<\/td>~\u20ac21\/day<\/td>\u20ac60\u201390\/day<\/td><\/tr>
Compact <\/td>Oct\u2013Nov<\/td>~\u20ac28\/day<\/td>\u20ac70\u2013110\/day<\/td><\/tr>
SUV <\/td>Nov\u2013Mar<\/td>~\u20ac40\/day<\/td>\u20ac90\u2013140\/day<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 Book 5\u20136 weeks ahead to secure your preferred vehicle for summer travel.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Can I rent a car in Opatija without a credit card?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Most suppliers require a valid credit card in the main driver’s name to hold the security deposit at pickup. A debit card is generally accepted for booking, but may not be accepted as a deposit guarantee or may require a higher deposit and additional insurance. Check with your specific supplier before travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2139\ufe0f If a travel companion holds a credit card, they may be registered as the main driver with you added as an additional driver.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What type of insurance is included with a rental car in Opatija?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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All rental cars in Croatia include mandatory third-party liability insurance. A Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection (TP) are also included in most deals, but these come with an excess. Optional Super CDW or Full Protection policies can be purchased to reduce the excess to zero and extend cover to items (e.g., tyres, glass, underbody) often excluded from standard CDW.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How much is the excess for a car rental in Opatija?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The CDW excess varies by vehicle category:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Car category<\/strong><\/td>Standard CDW excess<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Mini \/ Economy<\/td>\u20ac1,200<\/td><\/tr>
Compact<\/td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><\/tr>
SUV<\/td>\u20ac1,600\u20131,700<\/td><\/tr>
Standard \/ Full-size<\/td>\u20ac1,800\u20131,900<\/td><\/tr>
Premium \/ Luxury<\/td>\u20ac2,500\u20133,500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Purchasing Super CDW or Full Protection brings the excess to zero. If you rely on credit card coverage or third-party insurance, you will still need to pay the excess to the rental company first and reclaim it separately.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\ud83d\udcb6 How much is the car rental deposit in Opatija Downtown? A security deposit of \u20ac1,000 to \u20ac3,500 is pre-authorised on the main driver’s credit card at the time of car rental pickup in Opatija, much like the rest of Croatia. The exact amount can vary based on your chosen vehicle type and insurance level. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-5151","faq","type-faq","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/faq\/5151","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/faq"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/faq"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.croatiarentalcars.com\/croatiarentalcars-new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5151"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}