No frozen excess amount
The category excess is not reserved as a security hold on the customer's credit card.
What the wording means
No deposit blocked is about the security hold
Payment confirmed separately
No card hold does not automatically mean every card, cash or debit-card request is accepted. The method is confirmed with the quote.
CDW or optional FDW
CDW is included. Optional FDW costs €12 per rental day and provides zero excess for covered damage.
Before collection
Receive the important terms in writing
The reply confirms the vehicle category, price, insurance, excess, pickup point, return point, accepted payment method and required documents. The website does not collect card details and does not take online payment.
Read the no credit-card hold guide, documents guide and FDW zero-excess explanation.
Where it can be requested
Airports, ports, hotels and supported Crete locations
No-deposit wording can be requested for Chania Airport, Heraklion Airport, Chania city, ports, hotels, villas and other supported destinations. Availability and delivery details depend on the dates and vehicle category.
Frequently asked questions
No Deposit Car Rental FAQ
Does no deposit mean the rental is free to reserve?
No. It means the insurance excess is not blocked as a card security hold. The rental price and payment schedule are confirmed in the quote.
Can I pay in cash or by debit card?
You can request a preferred method in the form. Acceptance and any document requirements must be confirmed in writing.
Does CDW have an excess?
Yes. CDW is included and the excess depends on the vehicle category, even though that amount is not blocked as a card deposit.
Can I choose zero excess?
Optional FDW costs €12 per rental day and provides zero excess for covered damage, subject to exclusions.
Does the website take card details?
No. The quote form does not collect card details or take online payment.