Car Rental without Credit Card in Crete

Do I Need a Credit Card to Rent a Car in Crete?

No, Rental Center Crete requires no credit card, no deposit, and zero insurance excess to rent a car in Crete. You need a credit or debit card only if you choose to prebook your car online. You pay with cash or a debit card at pickup, because full insurance with zero excess is already included and nothing is held against your card.

Come to one of our locations across Crete, where our staff welcome you and handle the paperwork. You provide a valid driving licence and a passport or ID card, then sign the rental agreement to confirm the terms and conditions.

How to Rent a Car Without a Credit Card

To rent a car without a credit card from Rental Center Crete, follow the 3 steps below.

1. Choose your car and rental dates online or by phone.
2. Bring a valid driving licence and a passport or ID card to the pickup point.
3. Pay with cash or a debit card at pickup, where no deposit and no credit card guarantee apply.

What Can I Use Instead of a Credit Card?

You can use cash or a debit card instead of a credit card. At pickup, Rental Center Crete accepts cash or a debit card, including Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. No deposit and no credit card guarantee apply either way.

What Documents Do I Need to Rent a Car?

To rent a car you need a valid driving licence and a passport or ID card. The documents required at pickup are listed below.

• A valid driving licence
• A passport or national ID card
• A credit or debit card, only if you prebook online

What Is the Minimum Driver Age and Licence Requirement?

Drivers must be at least 21 years old, and the exact minimum depends on the car category. The minimum age by category is listed below.

• 21 years for car categories A and B
• 23 years for categories C, C1, D, D1, K, K1, and K2
• 25 years for all other categories

Rental Center Crete charges no young-driver or senior-driver fee, and the maximum rental age is 79. Drivers must have held a valid driving licence for at least one year. National driving licences from the EU, US, UK, Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Israel, Russia, and Ukraine are accepted, and drivers from all other countries also need an International Driving Permit.

Book Your Car Without a Credit Card

Choose your dates, see the all-inclusive price, and book with no deposit and no credit card guarantee.

What Kind of Vehicles Can I Rent?

Rental Center Crete runs a fleet of 600 cars across 55 models, from compact cars to SUVs, minibuses, and convertibles. You choose the vehicle that fits your group size and driving plans. A few of the models available to rent are listed below.

• Peugeot 108 - a compact car for city driving and tight parking spaces.
• Toyota Auris - a comfortable hatchback for longer drives across the island.
• Nissan X-Trail - an SUV with room for families and luggage, suited to on-road and off-road routes.
• Peugeot Traveller - a 9-seat minibus for large groups.
• Volkswagen Beetle - a convertible with an automatic gearbox for coastal drives.

What Are the Rental Terms?

Every Rental Center Crete rate includes unlimited mileage, full insurance with zero excess, and 24% VAT. One additional driver joins free of charge, and a further driver costs 3 EUR per day, up to three drivers per rental. One child seat is free, and each extra child seat costs 2 EUR per day, payable on arrival.

Rates vary by car category and season, and the longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate.

What Is the Cancellation Policy?

Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund of your prepayment. The refund rules by timing and prepayment type are listed below.

• Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup: full refund of the prepaid deposit or amount.
• Cancel within 48 hours of pickup: no refund on a partly prepaid booking, and a 50% refund on a fully prepaid booking.
• Cancel within 2 hours of confirming, when pickup is under 48 hours away: refund less a 30 EUR administration fee.

Where Can I Pick Up My Car in Crete?

Rental Center Crete operates across Crete, with locations in the Heraklion, Chania, Lassithi, and Rethymno areas. The main office sits at Nidas 1, Heraklion. Our team can also meet you at the airport, including Heraklion Airport and Chania Airport, so you collect your car soon after you land.

Why Book With Rental Center Crete Since 1975

Rental Center Crete has rented cars in Crete without a credit card since 1975, over 50 years of licensed, family-run experience. We founded Rental Center Crete in 1975 and have rented cars across the island ever since. We hold a licence from the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO), Registration N° 1039E00810009100, which you can verify directly with GNTO. Rental Center Crete holds an average customer rating of 4.82 out of 5 from 2,355 reviews.

Harry Anapliotis, the founder and owner, runs the company and writes its rental guides. To rent a car in Crete without a credit card, contact the team or reserve online with a debit card. Call Rental Center Crete on +30 2810 240120 to book your car.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I rent a car in Crete without a credit card?

Yes, you can rent a car in Crete without a credit card. Rental Center Crete accepts cash or a debit card at pickup, with no deposit and no credit card guarantee.

Is it possible to rent a car without a credit card?

Yes, it is possible to rent a car without a credit card. You pay by cash or debit card at pickup, and a credit or debit card is needed only if you prebook online.

What can I use instead of a credit card to rent a car?

You can use cash or a debit card instead of a credit card. Rental Center Crete accepts both at pickup, and every rental includes full insurance with zero excess.

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