You will be required to apply for an International Drivers license (in English) if your Drivers License is not in English. Alternatively you can also get an English translation from your Traffic Department in your home country (on the Traffic Department's official letterhead / stamped / certified by your Traffic Department) if your drivers license is not in English. All other requirements and terms and conditions remain the same. Please take your Original Drivers License together with your International Drivers license OR your Original Drivers License together with the Official English translation from your local Traffic Department to South Africa.
If your drivers license is in English you do not have to apply for an International Drivers license or translation.
Clientes Internacionales:
Es necesario que apliquen por una Licencia de Conducir Internacional (en Inglés) si su Licencia de Conducción no ha sido emitida en el idioma Inglés. De manera alternativa, usted también puede obtener una traducción del Departamento de Tráfico en su país de residencia (en el membrete oficial del Departamento de Transporte / sellado / certificado por el Departamento de Transporte en su Ciudad), si su Licencia de Conducción no ha sido emitida en el idioma Inglés. Todos otros los requerimientos, términos y condiciones permanecen iguales. Por favor traiga su Licencia de Conducción original junto con la Licencia de Conducción Internacional O su Licencia de Conducción original junto con la Traducción oficial al Inglés del Departamento se Transporte de su País de residencia cuando visite Sudáfrica
Si su licencia ha sido emitida en el idioma Inglés, usted no tiene que aplicar por una Licencia de Conducción Internacional o traducción.
FIRST CAR RENTAL (FORMERLY NATIONAL ALAMO SOUTH AFRICA) / SIXT CAR HIRE SOUTH AFRICA TERMS & CONDITIONS
For security reasons, when renting car groups D, E, K, F, J, I, Y and R, we may require additional methods of identification or conduct a security check to the Branch Manager's satisfaction before the special vehicle type is released to the Renter.
The VEHICLE shall be at the sole risk of the Renter for the RENTAL PERIOD.
1. The Renter shall not:
1.1 hire or lend the VEHICLE to anyone;
1.2 permit the VEHICLE to be in the possession or control of anyone other than the additional driver;
1.3 cause or permit the VEHICLE to be driven unlawfully or illegally or to be used for any unlawful purpose or for a purpose for which it was not designed or in such a way as to increase the risk of it being damaged or lost, or to be overloaded;
1.4 cause or permit the VEHICLE to carry any passenger or goods for reward or for racing; or
1.5 cause or permit the VEHICLE to be exposed to the risk of damage in or by any civil or public disturbance or unrest.
2. The Renter shall take all precautions to protect the VEHICLE from theft and damage and shall lock and immobilise the VEHICLE and activate the burglar alarm when the VEHICLE is not in use.
3. The renter must read and accept the terms and conditions of the Rental Agreement.
CAR GROUPS
First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire reserves the right to offer more than one vehicle model within each vehicle group.
First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire cannot guarantee a specific vehicle brand within a group however will accommodate any requests based on availability.
I) GENERAL
i) VAT or TAX is subject to change in accordance with Government Legislation in which case rates will be adjusted accordingly.
ii) Vehicles are rented subject to First Car Rental's / Sixt's standard terms and conditions (click here to view) as reflected on the reverse of the rental agreement and is subject to change without notice.
iii) Please refer to your rate schedule for inclusions and exclusions and the waiver responsibility. (more details here)
iv) The relevant Rate Code used to calculate the rate should be advised at time of reservation - this will be shown on your voucher that you receive in your email after your online reservation.
v) The renter is required to present a voucher at time of rental. Failure to do so, will result in the renter being billed directly at the daily extension rate. You will receive this voucher in your email after online reservation.
vi) Daily rates are calculated strictly in cycles of 24 hours, from time of pick up to time of drop off. The renter will be billed directly for additional rentals days, should the vehicle be returned late.
vii) Should a vehicle be returned with excessive dirt, the valet charges will be billed directly to the renters credit card.
viii) The renter is liable for water and under-carriage damage to vehicle
II) FACTORS THAT NEGATE WAIVERS - GROSS NEGLIGENCE
Speeding is the major cause of accidents in Southern Africa. The relevant waiver will not cover any damage if any of the Gross Negilegence Factors (see below) were not adhered to - in other words, the renter will become liable for the full value of the vehicle should any of the Gross Negiligence factors apply to their accident.
- Gross negligence
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances
- Unauthorised persons driving the vehicle
- Unauthorised cross border rentals
- Not adhering to traffic, road and driving regulations
- Unsuitable driving or road conditions i.e. gravel roads
- No other vehicles involved in the collision unless exceptional circumstances apply
- Not reporting the collision to First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire and the nearest Police Station
- Failure to obtain authorisation from First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire to extend the pre- booked rental period
- Failure in reporting the loss to First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire within 3 hours in the event of theft.
- Failure to produce the vehicle keys in case of theft unless exceptional circumstances apply.
- Not reporting the exact details of the last known location of the vehicle prior to theft.
i) Government Legislation requires that whilst driving, the driver/s are required to have a valid unendorsed drivers license in their possession (contact us if your license has minor endorsements and we will assist)
ii) Driver/s must have legally driven in their home country for at least three years prior to renting a vehicle.
iii) An International Drivers license is not required, provided the original license is in English.
iv) Valid Credit Card in the Driver's Name who will be present during collection and return of the vehicle.
IV) BREAKDOWNS
What to do in the event of a breakdown
i) Contact First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire on the emergency Roadside Assistance toll free number
086 0888 911 (South Africa only, please use the international dialing prefix if phoning from a roaming mobile phone)
ii) The Renter will be assisted with the following:
Flat Tyre Assistance
If the vehicle’s spare tyre is inflated and serviceable, it will be installed to replace a flat tyre. When a serviceable spare tyre is not available, towing will be provided, at the renters expense.
Battery Jump-Start
If the vehicle’s battery is dead, the service provider will jump-start the vehicle.
Vehicle Lockout Service
In the event of keys been locked in the vehicle a locksmith will be appointed to unlock the vehicle, at the renters expense.
Emergency Fuel Delivery
If the vehicle runs out of fuel, a limited supply will be delivered, to enable you to reach the nearest service station. (Cost of fuel for your account).
Extrication/Winching Service
If a vehicle becomes stuck, it will be extricated or winched as long as it is adjacent to a passable, established road or thoroughfare and can be safely reached from the hard road surface, at the renters expense.
Towing Service
Sometimes a breakdown will occur at inconvenient locations. If the vehicle breaks down and requires towing First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will appoint a towing operator to tow the vehicle to the nearest repairer, at the renters expense.
Message Relay Service
First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will relay a message to a family member, friend or colleague in the RSA in the event of a breakdown or accident.
iii) Renters are requested not to replace or repair any vehicle parts unless authorised by First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire. Renters who fail to get prior authorisation from First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will not be reimbursed for expenses incurred.
V) ACCIDENTS/THEFT
What to do in the event of an accident or theft:
i) Renter is required to contact First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire immediately.
ii) A full report must be made to the nearest Police Station within 24 hours where an accident has occurred and immediately in the case of theft.
iii) A Case Reference number must be obtained from the Police Station.
iv) An Accident & Theft report must be completed within 24hrs of incident occurring, these are obtainable from any First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire branch.
v) Personal belongings stolen or lost during an accident are not covered. It would be advisable for Renters to obtain personal belonging insurance prior to their trip.
vi) A Claim handling fee will be levied for all incidents
VI) TRAFFIC FINES
i) Should the renter disobey the traffic regulation which results in a fine, such amounts will be debited to the clients credit card including an additional traffic fine handling fee
VII) COLLISION DAMAGE/THEFT WAIVERS
i) The renter is responsible for the excess amount (subject to product sold) i.e.
EXECUTIVE = Zero
SUPER = R 4000
STANDARD = R 6500
Please note that a renter is responsible for the full value of the relevant vehicle, should theft/accident be caused due to negligence (see "II" for detailed list of factors that negate the waivers)
ii) Top up Cover is available but cannot be pre-paid. Prices are available at the counter at time of rental. This will be billed to the renter directly.
iii) A claim handling fee will be applied and charged to the renters credit card, in the event of damage/theft of the vehicle. Collision damage waiver only covers damage to the First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire Vehicle and not the claim handling fee.
VIII) CROSS BORDER EXCESS
i) The applicable excess amount will double, should the accident/theft occur outside the borders of South Africa (i.e. Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Swaziland & Lesotho)
NB! Exception to the rule: Executive Waiver - eg. SA Executive Waiver taken, the relevant vehicle's Super Waiver Excess applies which is R 6500
IX) PERSONAL ACCIDENT BENEFIT
i) Should Personal Accident Benefit be purchased at the counter - All the occupants in the vehicle are collectively covered for death,disability and medical expenses up to a maximum of R 20 000.00.
X) THIRD PARTY CLAIMS
i) Should the renter be involved in an accident where the cause was not that of the renters, the renter is still responsible for the non-waiverable excess until such time as Third party Recovery has been paid in full to First Car Rental / Sixt, First Car Rental / Sixt will then re-imburse the renter. The amount re-imbursed will be subject to the Third Party Recovery amount.
XI) CROSS BORDER TRAVELING
i) A letter of authorisation must be requested at the time of reservation for all cross border traveling.
ii) First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will not be held responsible if a renter is refused entry into another country.
iii) Vehicles are permitted into Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland, Namibia and Mozambique.
iv) Vehicles are NOT permitted into Zimbabwe, Angola and Zambia (Zambia is in review but T&C will only be updated once decision is reached)
v) A non-refundable fee of ZAR1000 will be levied for vehicles crossing any of the above mentioned permitted borders and is payable directly by the renter. This is charged for each country you cross. The cross border fee for Mozambique is R1500 (incl VAT). The cross border fee for Lesotho and Swaziland is less - R400 for Lesotho and R200 for Swaziland.
vi) A penalty fee of up to ZAR5000 may be levied if the documentation is not produced.
vii) The following vehicles are not permitted to cross any borders (expect Swaziland and Lesotho): E, Z, K, F, I, Y & R
The applicable excess amount will double, should the accident/theft occur outside the borders of South Africa (i.e. Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Swaziland & Lesotho)
NB! Exception to the rule: Executive Waiver - eg. SA Executive Waiver taken, the relevant vehicle's Super Waiver Excess applies which is R 6500
CROSS BORDER NOTICE FOR MOZAMBIQUE
It is illegal to step out of the vehicle in Mozambique if not wearing a reflective vest. Traffic authorities specifically look for these items when conducting vehicle inspections – it is advisable to place the vest on the dashboard, visible to all passers-by, so as to prevent any unnecessary delays. Only when parked in demarcated parking bays/areas, are you not required to wear the vest. First Car Rental will supply the necessary on the vehicle, when crossing the border.
XII) ONE WAY RENTALS
i) Please refer to the table provided on rate sheets for detail (more details here)
ii) One way rentals to Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho and Mozambique are not permitted
XIII) DELIVERY & COLLECTION
Cars cannot be delivered to private addresses anymore. Please note that all car rentals must be collected from a First Car Rental branch.
# PLEASE NOTE: ANY TOLL FEES OR GAME PARK ENTRANCE FEES WILL BE BILLED IN ADDITION TO A DELIVERY OR COLLECTION CHARGE
XIV) EQUIPMENT
i) Available on request at time of reservation and will be charged directly to the renter at time of rental
ii) Please refer to the rate sheets for detail (contact Cape Spirit™ for info)
XV) YOUNG DRIVER/ADDITIONAL DRIVER
i) Applies to renters under the age of 23, provided that they have been in possession of a valid, unendorsed driver's license for a minimum of three years.
ii) Please refer to the rate sheets for detail (contact Cape Spirit™ for more info)
XVI) CONTRACT FEE
i) A contract fee of R 40 per rental (not per day) will be charged directly to the renter at time of rental
XVII) NO SHOW CHARGE
i) A no show fee will apply if a reservation is not cancelled before rental is supposed to take place
ii) Please refer to the rate sheets for detail (more details here)
XVIII) DEPOSITS- EXCESS AND FUEL
i) A deposit for the applicable excess/liability and fuel is required on initiation of the rental. The renter must be in possession of a credit card irrespective of product selection.
ii) For security reasons, when renting car groups D, E, K, F, J, I, Y and R, we may require additional methods of identification or conduct a security check to the Branch Manager's satisfaction before the special vehicle type is released to the Renter - please contact Cape Spirit™ for assistance if you are unsure.
XIX) FUEL
i) Credit Cards are not accepted at most petrol stations in Southern Africa. Fuel can only be purchased with cash
ii) If a tank of fuel was not pre-paid (exclusive product selection), the renter either has to fill the tank before returning the vehicle or alternatively the renter can return the vehicle to First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire and pay for refueling upon return. (you will receive a full tank during collection of the vehicle)
iii) Each vehicle is refueled on termination regardless of the fuel gauge indicator.
XX) EXTENSION OF RENTAL
i) If the renter wishes to extend the rental beyond the original return date, authorisation must be obtained from First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire. Failure to do so will result in First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire reporting the car stolen and it immediately negates all waivers
ii) Additional days will be charged directly to the renters credit card.
XXI) RENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PAYMENT
i) A valid voucher and credit card in the Driver's name (for additional charges) must be produced at time of rental.
ii) Accepted credit cards are Visa, Master, Diners and American Express. (NO debitcards or cash!)
iii) Name, address and telephone number
iv) Local contact details
v) Valid Drivers License and passport
vi) Main driver present during collection and return of the vehicle
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT BREACH OF ANY OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF RENTAL (AND NEGLIGENCE) WILL NEGATE THE WAIVERS, AND THE RENTER WILL BECOME LIABLE FOR DAMAGES AND 3RD PARTY DAMAGES. THE RENTER MUST FAMILIARISE HIMSELF / HERSELF WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND MUST BE ESPECIALLY AWARE OF THE EXCEPTIONS TO THE WAIVERS. OVERSEAS RENTERS MUST ENSURE THAT THEY UNDERSTAND THE RULES OF THE ROAD IN SOUTH AFRICA AS A VIOLATION OF BASIC RULES OF THE ROAD ARE DEEMED TO BE NEGLIGENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA. FURTHERMORE, ALTHOUGH SOME OF OUR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS REQUIRE TRAVELLING OVER GRAVEL ROADS, THE RENTER DOES SO AT HIS OWN RISK BECAUSE DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD IS A BREACH OF OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND WILL NEGATE ALL WAIVERS.
If you plan to hire more than one car, more than one rental: Please note that the excess authorisation hold (for standard and super cover) may take up to 4 working days to be released back onto your credit card, if not sooner - this depends on your Bank. If you hire more than one car at different locations after each other, please ensure that you have enough funds available on your credit card for the second rental's authorisation, while you await the first authorisation to be released by your bank (up to 4 working days). Alternatively please choose our executive cover option.
* All Terms & Conditions are subject to change without prior notice
Booking a Car through Cape Spirit™
The relationship between the renter and Cape Spirit™ Travel is for reserving the car at the requested destination and rental supplier. Cape Spirit's responsibility is limited to issuing the reservation voucher properly, in order to make a connection between the renter and the rental supplier at the competitive quoted rate. Should the renter not receive the booking voucher within 5 minutes after making the reservation, the renter has to contact Cape Spirit™ immediately. Cape Spirit™ will assist the renter with any booking enquiries during and after the reservation.Upon collection of the car, the renter will sign a new contract with the rental supplier. Cape Spirit™ Travel will do its utmost to assist and provide a solution in case of any problem the renter encounters with the rental supplier.
Any claim against the rental supplier should be forwarded to the rental supplier directly. The jurisdiction location for claims against the rental supplier will be the country where the rental took place.
The rental supplier has the right to deny a car from anyone who does not comply with the above terms and conditions.
The renter should request a copy of the final rental agreement when returning the car, and keep it for future queries.
Accepting the voucher and applying it states your agreement to the above terms and conditions.
2010 WORLD CUP
IMPORTANT: PLEASE VIEW THE FULL FIRST CAR RENTAL WORLD CUP TERMS AND CONDITIONS HERE
2010
WORLD CUP RENTALS WITH FIRST CAR RENTAL / SIXT CAR HIRE (THE
INFORMATION IN BLUE BELOW ONLY RELATES TO WORLD CUP RENTALS STARTING
BETWEEN 20 MAY 2010 AND 5 JULY 2010)
FIRST
CAR RENTAL / SIXT CAR HIRE WORLD CUP RESERVATIONS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
OF HIRE (Dates effective: Rentals starting between 20 May 2010 – 15 July
2010)
Groups L-B and H – No Minimum rental
Groups
C-Z – Minimum rental 7 days. When booking Groups C-Z over the World Cup
period, please note that you will be charged for the full number of
days as per reservation. No refunds will be given for unused days.
Please note that if you pre-pay, the pre-paid amount is non-refundable (When amending to a lower amount, or if entire booking is canceled, before or after vehicle collection.) Please note that the Main driver still requires a credit card upon vehicle collection.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE VIEW THE FULL FIRST CAR RENTAL WORLD CUP TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREImportant: The info above should be read together with the Terms and Conditions that will be presented to you for signature at the Car Rental Counter - click to view here
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