If you are visiting us from the UK then many of our
road
signs, speed limits, road markings and roundabouts will
be familiar to you. If you are visiting us from continental
Europe or the USA then it may take you a little while to get
used to our road layouts and driving on the "other"
side of the road. Irish Car Rentals supply an excellent Road
Map with each of their rental cars which will help you navigate
your way around our many wonderful towns, villages and visitor
attractions.
On these pages we have detailed a quick guide for you to help
you get acquainted before you arrive, please use the quick
links above or scroll down the page for more information.
Driving License Information
To drive a car in Ireland, you will need a current, valid
EU or American drivers license in addition to your Passport
for Identification. To Hire a Car you must be in possession
of a full-unendorsed driver's license. (Certain minor endorsements
may be acceptable, please call us prior to booking). All drivers
must have held a full driver's license for at least 12 months
prior to hiring a car.
Holders of UK, US, Canadian, Australian and All EU member
states are NOT required to supply an International Driving
License (IDL). International driver's licenses where required
MUST BE accompanied by the original domestic license of the
driver. (This is clearly stated on the international license).
If in Doubt please contact us.
The minimum age to rent a vehicle is 23 years (maximum 75) and drivers
must have held a full driver's license for at least 12 months prior
to hiring a car. Drivers under 25, i.e. between 23 and 25, (or over
70) are subject to an insurance surcharge of 25 Euro per day and
you are liable for the first 1200 Euro of damage to the car (excess).
The surcharge is paid when collecting of the car and is not included
in the quoted price. The minimum age to be a named driver in a minivan,
minibus or luxury car rental is 25 years.
If you are planning to bring your own car by ferry, it must
have a current, valid EU registration. The insurance regulations
and costs for private cars in Ireland are extreme. If you
are visiting friends or relatives, do not expect to borrow
a car.
Car Insurance in Ireland
Car Insurance in Ireland is Compulsory and all drivers need
to have a minimum of Third Party Liability Insurance to drive
a vehicle here. If you are visiting Ireland and bringing your
car please check with your Insurance company that you are
covered to drive here.
Irish Car Rentals provide you with the COMPULSORY Insurance's
included in your car rental quotation. You will be covered
for:
Third Party Liability Insurance (Damage to other vehicles
and Persons)
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) - This option limits
your financial liability for damage to the Irish Car Rentals
vehicle, its parts and accessories, except theft, attempted
theft or vandalism, provided the vehicle is used in accordance
with the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. The
cover is subject to an insurance excess. If you choose a rate
inclusive of CDW insurance, a CDW Excess will apply at all
times. All rentals are subject to a liability excess, ranging
from EURO 600 to EURO 1000 (depending on the vehicle group
rented) for which you are responsible in the event of damage
to the vehicle during the rental.
Theft Loss Insurance
This insurance option limits your financial liability for
loss or theft of the vehicle, its parts and accessories, provided
the vehicle is used in accordance with the terms and conditions
of the rental agreement. By accepting Theft Loss Insurance
you are subject to a liability excess ranging from EURO 600
to EURO 1000 (depending on the vehicle group rented) for which
you are responsible in the event of damage to the Irish Car
Rentals vehicle during the rental.
MasterCard CDW Waiver
This Insurance may allow you to avoid the additional cost
of the theft and collision damage waiver (CDW) for rental
cars in some countries. This coverage is ONLY available with
Gold or Platinum MasterCard's issued by US banks. If you pay
for the full rental with your eligible MasterCard card you
may be covered for up to $50,000 without excess. This is an
insurance program, certain restrictions and exclusions apply.
In order to establish if your MasterCard includes Auto Rental
Insurance in the Republic of Ireland, please call your credit
card issuer and/or MasterCard in the U.S.A. before arriving
on Toll Free 1 800 6227747. This coverage is a service provided
by MasterCard to the cardholder and therefore it is the card
holders responsibility to ensure that they are adequately
covered for the entire duration of the rental period. We reserve
the right to refuse third party insurance.
Additional Insurance Cover
As said before Irish Car Rentals provide you with the MINIMUM
Car Insurance required to Drive in Ireland included in the
rental quotation. You can purchase additional cover for Personal
Accident Insurance and Super Damage Waiver Insurance (SDW)
when you collect your vehicle from the rental desks.
Emergencies and Accidents
Take Care, especially at Junctions. If you are unfortunate
enough to have an accident you must report this to the GARDAI,
(POLICE), and should do this before leaving the scene. You
can contact the GARDAI from any telephone by dialing 999.
All emergency services can be contacted at any time by dialing
999 including the Fire Service, Ambulance and Coastal Rescue.
If you are DRIVING A HIRED CAR you must also inform the HIRE
COMPANY. You will find their contact details on the Hire Documents
you received at the time of hire.
Enjoy yourself and stay SAFE. . .
Ireland is a wonderful place to tour around, and the best
way to see most of it is by Car. So take care, drive carefully
and enjoy
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