Renting a car at Houston Airport? Understanding the rental requirements and payment policies is crucial for a smooth and hassle-free experience. This guide outlines everything you need to know before picking up your rental car.
Renter Requirements
Age: All renters and additional drivers must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license. Renters aged 21-24 will incur a daily surcharge of $25 and may rent Economy through Full Size cars, Cargo and Minivans, Pickup trucks, and Compact, Small, and Standard SUVs with a maximum seating capacity of 5 passengers. Learners permits are not accepted. For further details, consult the Driver’s License Information Policy.
Debit Card Usage: At Houston Airport, debit cards are accepted only if presented with a confirmed return travel itinerary. The renter’s driver’s license must display their current home address, matching the address on the debit card. Active military personnel are exempt from this address requirement. Only the renter and their spouse or domestic partner are permitted as additional drivers when using a debit card. Note that using a debit card will result in a hold on your account for the estimated rental total and any potential additional charges. You are responsible for any overdraft fees that may occur.
Insurance Verification: Renters without a return travel itinerary must provide proof of transferable auto collision, comprehensive, and liability insurance for luxury vehicles, including 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, and Corvette. This verification is required at the time of rental.
Accepted Forms of Payment at Houston Airport Car Rental
The following payment methods are accepted for car rentals at Houston Airport:
- VISA®
- MasterCard®
- American Express®
- Discover Network®
- Debit Card (with restrictions as outlined above)
Deposit Requirements for Car Rental Houston Airport
A deposit is required at the time of rental to cover potential additional charges. Renters without a ticketed return travel itinerary will need to provide a deposit of $400. For 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, and Corvette, the deposit is $850. This deposit will be held on your payment method and refunded after the vehicle is returned without damage and all charges are settled.
Important Information Regarding Payment
- The estimated total rental cost will be charged to your chosen payment method. Modifications to your reservation may alter the total cost.
- A rental contract, including a Rental Agreement Summary and Additional Terms and Conditions, must be signed at the time of rental.
- The deposit amount is not available for use during the rental period.
- Additional charges incurred during the rental may be deducted from the deposit. Any remaining balance will be charged to the payment method provided at the time of rental unless an alternative accepted payment method is provided.
- Using a debit card for the deposit or any other charges will result in a hold on your account. You are responsible for any resulting overdraft fees.
- Money orders and prepaid cards are not accepted for initial payment or the deposit but can be used for final payment after the vehicle is returned. Cash is not accepted.
- Credit cards with sufficient available credit listed on the renter’s profile or loyalty account (e.g., Emerald Club, E Club) are also acceptable forms of payment.
