Cross-Border Car Hire Fees and Rules by Supplier
Cross Border Travel Bosnia Car Hire
Cross border car hire Bosnia and Herzegovina needs a little more planning than a normal domestic rental. A road trip from Bosnia and Herzegovina can move between several countries in a single afternoon, but the selected supplier, vehicle category and rental agreement decide whether that route is actually permitted. Use the supplier information below as a starting point, then ask for the current written permission, documents, fees and insurance conditions for the countries you intend to enter.
This page is designed to answer the practical questions travellers ask before booking: which border permissions are needed, what to carry, how insurance and roadside assistance may work, whether a ferry or island leg is allowed, and how to compare the whole route rather than only the first daily rate. Requirements can change by supplier, date, vehicle and pickup point. A result in the booking engine is not, by itself, approval to leave the pickup country.
Cross-border car hire from Bosnia and Herzegovina: the first decision
Tell the rental company every country that may appear on the itinerary, including a country you might cross only to reach another destination. Ask for the exact countries and border crossings to be recorded on the booking or authorisation. Confirm whether the fee is charged per rental, per country or per border, and whether the vehicle class is excluded. If the plan changes after collection, contact the supplier before crossing; do not assume a verbal conversation at the desk changes the contract.
- Written permission: request the supplier’s approval for the complete route before payment.
- Insurance evidence: ask what international insurance document or card the supplier will issue and which countries it covers.
- Vehicle restrictions: check whether premium, electric, commercial, special or particular registration categories have different rules.
- Return plan: an international one-way return is a separate request and may not be available on the selected rate.
Documents to keep together at the border
Carry the driver’s passport or accepted travel document, the driving licence required for the journey, the rental agreement, the vehicle registration evidence and the insurance or cross-border authorisation supplied by the rental company. An international driving permit can depend on the driver’s nationality, licence format and destination, so check the current requirement for the actual trip rather than treating it as universal.
Some suppliers issue a Green Card or International Motor Insurance Card (IMIC), while others provide different evidence. That document can show insurance but does not replace the rental company’s permission. Keep the supplier emergency number available offline and save a digital copy of the agreement, but carry originals whenever an authority or supplier requires them. If there is an accident, follow the rental company’s reporting process and local authority requirements immediately; a private arrangement that bypasses the supplier can affect cover.
Routes travellers commonly compare
The most common plans connect Sarajevo or Mostar with Croatia, Montenegro or Serbia. A coastal extension from Mostar can involve Croatia before Montenegro, while a northern route may combine Banja Luka with Zagreb or Belgrade. Border queues, mountain roads and accommodation parking make a realistic first and last day more useful than a tight map estimate.
Compare Sarajevo Airport car hire or Mostar Airport car hire with a city handover when the first nights are walkable. Keep the supplier’s border authorisation with the rental agreement.
City, airport and port pickup are different decisions
Collecting at an airport is useful when the road begins straight after landing. City pickup can be calmer when the first nights are walkable and the car is only needed later. Port pickup adds a vessel timetable, a meeting-point question and sometimes a ferry or cruise transfer. Compare the pickup point with accommodation parking, arrival hours, luggage and the planned return, not simply the nearest pin on a map.
Price the full cross-border route
The headline comparison is only one part of the trip. Add the cross-border charge, deposit, excess, fuel policy, mileage, tolls, motorway vignettes, parking, ferry arrangements, child seats, additional drivers and any approved one-way movement to the same checklist. Ask how tolls are collected and whether an administration fee is added. Confirm when the deposit is released and which card must be presented by the named driver.
Ferries and islands deserve a separate question. Some agreements permit them, some require advance approval and some change the cover or recovery terms once the car leaves the mainland. Confirm whether the vehicle can board the intended ferry, how a delay is handled and who to call if the vehicle is damaged or immobilised away from the pickup country.
Before you leave the pickup station
- Match the vehicle registration, fuel level, mileage and existing marks to the agreement.
- Photograph wheels, glass, bumpers and the interior in good light, then ask the supplier to record anything missing.
- Check the documents, emergency number, roadside process, toll arrangement and return instructions.
- Allow realistic time for traffic, border queues, parking and a final refuelling stop.
Cross-border checklist
Before departure, make sure the countries and intended route are authorised in writing; the charge and insurance evidence are clear; the driver has the required documents; the selected vehicle is allowed; ferry, toll and fuel assumptions are understood; and the return point and opening hours are realistic. Recheck current border, embassy, road and travel advice immediately before leaving because official conditions and supplier policies can change.
For general European rental guidance, see the official Your Europe car-rental guidance. For local trip planning, visit the Bosnia and Herzegovina car-hire home page and read the local driving guide before you compare a vehicle.
Important: This is general travel-planning information, not legal, immigration or insurance advice. Confirm the current requirements with the selected supplier and the relevant official border, embassy, airport, road and travel authorities for every country on the itinerary. The supplier tabs below contain provider-specific rules and fees, which must also be reconfirmed at the time of booking.
- Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 400.00.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross border rentals are allowed within the European countries except Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Romania, Russian Federation, Turkey, Ukraine, Albania and Kosovo. There is also an insurance fee that applies. If traveling outside Bosnia and Herzegovina, Zero Excess is mandatory to be added to the contract. Without Zero Excess insurance, it is not allowed to travel outside of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If the car is rented from the rental company, the driver would need a travel permit to take the car to another country. A permit to travel across the border is purchased at the rental office when picking up the vehicle. Charge is 75.00 EUR. Road assistance or car replacement while driving abroad is not available. The rates above do not include VAT.
Cross border rentals are allowed in the following countries:
EUR 50 per country – Montenegro and Serbia
EUR 60 per country – Albania, Kosovo and all other EU countries
Cross border fee is excluding any cross border insurance. Cross border insurance is based on the rental days and charged to the customer as per Insurance company fee.
Please check at the rental desk for more information.
Cross border travel is allowed to all countries except Kosovo. For more details, please check with supplier at the rental desk.
Cross border travel is allowed to all European Countries (EU), Serbia, Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro for an additional charge of EUR 50 per rental.
oss-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Bulgaria, Kosovo, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
A Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00 per rental is applied.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross-Bordering
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Albania, EU, Montenegro, Serbia.
A Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00 per rental is applied.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross border travel is allowed to Slovenia, Serbia and Montenegro, Bosnia/Herzegovina, Hungary and Western European Countries. For cross border travel arrangements are to be made with counter the at time of rental.
EUR 100 + tax will be applicable as Green card/cross border fee will be applicable.
Cross border travel is not allowed to Kosovo, Turkey and Greece.
For taking the rented vehicle on ferry a charge of EUR 10 per rental will apply.
For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up your rental vehicle.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
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Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
EU.
For these countries, you will have to pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 25.00 per day.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cyprus, Estonia, Georgia, Iceland, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, UK, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross border rentals are allowed within the European countries except Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Romania, Russian Federation, Turkey, Ukraine, Albania and Kosovo. There is also an insurance fee that applies. If traveling outside Bosnia and Herzegovina, Zero Excess is mandatory to be added to the contract. Without Zero Excess insurance, it is not allowed to travel outside of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If the car is rented from the rental company, the driver would need a travel permit to take the car to another country. A permit to travel across the border is purchased at the rental office when picking up the vehicle. Charge is 75.00 EUR. Road assistance or car replacement while driving abroad is not available. The rates above do not include VAT.
Please check at the rental desk for more information.
Cross border travel to Kosovo is not allowed.
Cross border travel is allowed into the following countries for a charge of EUR 65 + VAT per rental:
Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia and Albania.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 500.
Green card document is necessary for crossing the border. Please check at the rental desk for more information.
Cross border is allowed.
It is allowed to travel to all the countries for an additional charge of EUR 20 per country.
Cross border travel is NOT allowed to Kosovo.
It is not allowed to drive the vehicle “off road”, i.e. on macadam and where there is no asphalt – for example ProkoSko Lake. In the event that it is established through GPS that the driver was in similar areas, he/she is obliged to pay an additional 500,00 BAM (CCA 250.00 EUR), and he/she will have to compensate for any damage from his/her own pocket.
In case of offense against Cross Border and Territorial Restrictions all protections lose their validity.
Cross border travel is allowed only on request and with prior approval from the rental company. All the rented vehicles are allowed to cross the border to all countries. An additional charge of EUR 30 + VAT per rental will apply.
Cross border travel to Kosov is not allowed.
For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up the vehicle.
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is NOT allowed into the following countries/areas:
Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
Other Supplier cross-bordering restrictions on car classes as well as makes and models may apply. For details, please contact us directly or enquire with the Supplier when picking up the vehicle.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 69.00.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross Border travel is allowed to Croatia, Serbia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Montenegro, Macedonia and Albania ONLY with special approval and a cross border fees of EUR 30 per rental will apply.
Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
Please note that you need to buy special insurance or pay a fee for cross-bordering. Please contact us directly for details.
You need written permission from the Supplier prior to departure in order to be allowed to drive the rental vehicle into another country.
Permission must be requested from the Supplier at least 7 working days before your rental is due to begin.
You must acquire special insurance (Green Card) costing EUR 58.50 per card.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
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Cross-Bordering
For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up your rental vehicle.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Albania, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 87.75.
Please note that you need to buy special insurance or pay a fee for cross-bordering. Please contact us directly for details.
You need written permission from the Supplier prior to departure in order to be allowed to drive the rental vehicle into another country.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross-Bordering
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is allowed into the following countries/areas:
EU.
For these countries, you will have to pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 70.00.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Kosovo.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 100.00
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
Cross border travel to all European countries except Kosovo and Bulgaria are all allowed and an additional charge of EUR 35 per rental will apply.
Cross border travel is Not allowed to Kosovo and Bulgaria.
- addCar
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- Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 400.00.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:Europe.
- Alamo
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Cross border rentals are allowed within the European countries except Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Romania, Russian Federation, Turkey, Ukraine, Albania and Kosovo. There is also an insurance fee that applies. If traveling outside Bosnia and Herzegovina, Zero Excess is mandatory to be added to the contract. Without Zero Excess insurance, it is not allowed to travel outside of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If the car is rented from the rental company, the driver would need a travel permit to take the car to another country. A permit to travel across the border is purchased at the rental office when picking up the vehicle. Charge is 75.00 EUR. Road assistance or car replacement while driving abroad is not available. The rates above do not include VAT.
- Auto Union
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Cross border rentals are allowed in the following countries:
EUR 50 per country – Montenegro and Serbia
EUR 60 per country – Albania, Kosovo and all other EU countriesCross border fee is excluding any cross border insurance. Cross border insurance is based on the rental days and charged to the customer as per Insurance company fee.
Please check at the rental desk for more information.
- Budget
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Cross border travel is allowed to all countries except Kosovo. For more details, please check with supplier at the rental desk.
- Carwiz
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Cross border travel is allowed to all European Countries (EU), Serbia, Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro for an additional charge of EUR 50 per rental.
- Cargini
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oss-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Bulgaria, Kosovo, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
A Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00 per rental is applied.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- CarQ
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Cross-Bordering
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Albania, EU, Montenegro, Serbia.
A Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 100.00 per rental is applied.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- Dollar Thrifty
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Cross border travel is allowed to Slovenia, Serbia and Montenegro, Bosnia/Herzegovina, Hungary and Western European Countries. For cross border travel arrangements are to be made with counter the at time of rental.
EUR 100 + tax will be applicable as Green card/cross border fee will be applicable.Cross border travel is not allowed to Kosovo, Turkey and Greece.
For taking the rented vehicle on ferry a charge of EUR 10 per rental will apply.
- drive365
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For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up your rental vehicle.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- Europcar
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Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
EU.
For these countries, you will have to pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 25.00 per day.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cyprus, Estonia, Georgia, Iceland, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, UK, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
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- Enterprise
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Cross border rentals are allowed within the European countries except Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Romania, Russian Federation, Turkey, Ukraine, Albania and Kosovo. There is also an insurance fee that applies. If traveling outside Bosnia and Herzegovina, Zero Excess is mandatory to be added to the contract. Without Zero Excess insurance, it is not allowed to travel outside of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If the car is rented from the rental company, the driver would need a travel permit to take the car to another country. A permit to travel across the border is purchased at the rental office when picking up the vehicle. Charge is 75.00 EUR. Road assistance or car replacement while driving abroad is not available. The rates above do not include VAT.
Please check at the rental desk for more information.
- euro Rent a Car
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Cross border travel to Kosovo is not allowed.
Cross border travel is allowed into the following countries for a charge of EUR 65 + VAT per rental:
Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia and Albania.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 500.
Green card document is necessary for crossing the border. Please check at the rental desk for more information.
- Gallery
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Cross border is allowed.
It is allowed to travel to all the countries for an additional charge of EUR 20 per country.
Cross border travel is NOT allowed to Kosovo.
It is not allowed to drive the vehicle “off road”, i.e. on macadam and where there is no asphalt – for example ProkoSko Lake. In the event that it is established through GPS that the driver was in similar areas, he/she is obliged to pay an additional 500,00 BAM (CCA 250.00 EUR), and he/she will have to compensate for any damage from his/her own pocket.
In case of offense against Cross Border and Territorial Restrictions all protections lose their validity.
- Good Firm
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Cross border travel is allowed only on request and with prior approval from the rental company. All the rented vehicles are allowed to cross the border to all countries. An additional charge of EUR 30 + VAT per rental will apply.
Cross border travel to Kosov is not allowed.
- Green Motion
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For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up the vehicle.
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is NOT allowed into the following countries/areas:
Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
Other Supplier cross-bordering restrictions on car classes as well as makes and models may apply. For details, please contact us directly or enquire with the Supplier when picking up the vehicle.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 69.00.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- Kapitals
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Cross Border travel is allowed to Croatia, Serbia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Montenegro, Macedonia and Albania ONLY with special approval and a cross border fees of EUR 30 per rental will apply.
- National
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Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
Please note that you need to buy special insurance or pay a fee for cross-bordering. Please contact us directly for details.
You need written permission from the Supplier prior to departure in order to be allowed to drive the rental vehicle into another country.
Permission must be requested from the Supplier at least 7 working days before your rental is due to begin.
You must acquire special insurance (Green Card) costing EUR 58.50 per card.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- OtoQ Car Rental
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Cross-Bordering
For Supplier-specific rules on cross-bordering, please either contact us directly or enquire from the Supplier when you pick up your rental vehicle.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
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- Sixt
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Cross-Bordering
Crossing the border is only allowed into the following countries/areas:
Europe.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Albania, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine.
You must pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 87.75.
Please note that you need to buy special insurance or pay a fee for cross-bordering. Please contact us directly for details.
You need written permission from the Supplier prior to departure in order to be allowed to drive the rental vehicle into another country.
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- SurPrice
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Cross-Bordering
Cross-bordering is only allowed by request.
Crossing the border is allowed into the following countries/areas:
EU.
For these countries, you will have to pay a Cross-Bordering Fee of EUR 70.00.
Cross-bordering into the following countries/territories is NOT allowed:
Kosovo.
Unauthorised cross-border driving is subject to a penalty fee of EUR 100.00
All coverage become invalid if the rental vehicle is driven across a border without the Supplier’s authorisation.
Please note that not only international One-Way rentals qualify as cross-bordering – crossing the border into another country or state and back while returning the rental vehicle to the original pick-up location is also considered cross-bordering.
- TRIO
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Cross border travel to all European countries except Kosovo and Bulgaria are all allowed and an additional charge of EUR 35 per rental will apply.
Cross border travel is Not allowed to Kosovo and Bulgaria.
