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Car Hire FAQs
What forms of payment do you accept?
Renting In The United Kingdom
If the rental is not prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit and the full rental charges using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name.
If the rental is prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name.
Payment by a credit card in the main drivers name will be required to rent premium vehicles. If the debit or credit card differs from that used to prepay the rental charges, an additional deposit is required.
- In the United Kingdom, we accept American Express, Master Card and Visa.
- In the United Kingdom, we do not accept Maestro and Electron debit cards.
- If you would like to use a debit card, please call the location to discuss additional requirements.
Renting At An Airport Location In Ireland
Airport locations do not accept debit cards. If the rental is not prepaid the renter must pay the full rental charges plus a deposit of 500 Euros. If the rental has been prepaid then the deposit will be 500 Euros.
All debit or credit cards must be in the name of the renter and present at the time of rental. All cards must be present at the time of rental.
We do not accept Cash, Prepaid, Currency, Diner's Club or Maestro Cards.
Renting At A Non-Airport Location In Ireland
If the rental is not prepaid the renter must pay the full rental charges plus a deposit of 250 Euros. If the rental has been prepaid then the deposit will be 250 Euros.
All debit or credit cards must be in the name of the renter and present at the time of rental. Renters wishing to use a debit card must hold an Irish licence and will be required to bring additional documentation and will be subject to additional checks.
We do not accept Cash, Prepaid, Currency, Diner's Club or Maestro Cards.
Renters who wish to use a debit card must hold an Irish Driving Licence and must produce a pay slip that must be less than three months old. For all drivers we reserve the right to conduct additional checks and ID verification including sharing information with external partners who may verify supplied details against databases to which they have access.
Can I purchase rental car insurance and other protection products for a car hire in Ireland and the United Kingdom?
Enterprise offers additional protection products that you can purchase along with your car hire. Currently, we offer our customers Damage Waiver, Excess Protection and Roadside Assistance Protection.
United Kingdom
Damage Waiver
Damage Waiver reduces the liability you are responsible for in the event of damage to and or theft of the vehicle. If Damage Waiver is included in your reservation, then the excess amounts applicable are: cars 1000.00 GBP, MINI MPVs, MPVs, commercial vehicles 1150.00 GBP, all premiums and 4x4s 1400.00 GBP.
In Northern Ireland the excess on all commercial vehicles is 1400.00 GBP.
If Damage Waiver is not included in your booking, then it is available to purchase and the excess amount for all vehicles is zero. Customers who can provide independent and verified provision to cover damage and theft to the vehicle may be able to decline Damage Waiver - you may wish to determine if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Damage Waiver, you will be required to pay these charges and then seek compensation yourself from your carrier. Damage Waiver is not insurance.
Excess Protection
Excess Protection is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable Damage Waiver excess (see Damage Waiver terms) to all cars 100.00 GBP, MINI MPVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles 250.00 GBP, all premiums and 4x4s 500.00 GBP.
In Northern Ireland the reduced excess on all commercial vehicles is 500.00 GBP.
You may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Excess Protection then you are required to pay any applicable Damage Waiver excess and seek compensation from your carrier. The price of Excess Protection varies by vehicle size and the prices are inclusive of VAT. Premium location fee applies to airports.
Roadside Assistance Protection
Enterprise offers roadside assistance protection - RAP. RAP allows Enterprise customers to waive all financial responsibility for the following - tyre and glass repair or replacement costs, except when part of a larger repair, replacement keys costs, and all recovery and call out charges imposed by our chosen roadside assistance providers as result of a fault caused by renter error. RAP does not exempt you from these charges if there is any breach of our rental agreement. RAP is an optional product; before purchasing you may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate. If you decline RAP then you will be required to pay any applicable charges and seek compensation from your carrier. RAP is not insurance.
Ireland
Damage Waiver
If Damage Waiver is shown as included in your booking then the cost is included in your reservation total. If Damage Waiver is not shown as included in your booking then you may purchase it at the rental counter. Damage Waiver reduces your liability for damage to and or theft of the vehicle subject to the terms and conditions of your rental agreement. The Excess that applies to Damage Waiver is EUR 1600 for economy and mini vehicles, EUR 2500 for premium vehicles, and EUR 1750 for all other vehicles. Before purchasing Damage Waiver you may wish to determine if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Damage Waiver you will be required to pay these charges and then seek compensation from your carrier. Please be advised that the Republic of Ireland may be listed as an exclusion zone to your standard provider of personal insurance or credit card coverage. Damage Waiver is not insurance.
Excess Protection
Excess Protection is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable Damage Waiver Excess (see Damage Waiver terms) to: EUR 100 for economy and mini vehicles, EUR 500 for premium vehicles, and EUR 250 for all other vehicles. You may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Excess Protection then you are required to pay any applicable Damage Waiver excess and seek compensation from your carrier. Excess Protection is not insurance.
Roadside Assistance Protection
Enterprise offers roadside assistance protection - RAP. Rap allows Enterprise customers to waive all financial responsibility for the following - tyre and glass repair or replacement costs, except when part of a larger repair, replacement keys costs, and all recovery and call out charges imposed by our chosen roadside assistance providers as result of a fault caused by renter error. RAP does not exempt you from these charges if there is any breach of our rental agreement. RAP is an optional product; before purchasing you may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate. If you decline RAP then you will be required to pay any applicable charges and seek compensation from your carrier. RAP is not insurance.
What Are Your Driver's Licence Requirements For Renting In The UK And Ireland?
United Kingdom:
- All drivers must produce a valid driving licence.
- Non-EU licence holders are required to have an international driving permit if the licence is not in English.
- All renters must produce photographic ID- this can be a passport or driving licence.
- International travelers must produce a passport, proof of return travel and residency information while in the U.K.
Renters who wish to use a debit card may be subject to additional checks. We reserve the right to request additional ID or conduct further ID checks. These may include ID checks with external partners who may check supplied details against databases to which they have access.
Ireland:
- All drivers must produce all parts of a valid driving licence.
- Non-EU licence holders are required to have an international driving permit if the licence is not in English.
- Domestic renters must produce photo id, passport or driving licence.
- International travellers must produce a passport, proof of return travel and residency information while in Ireland.
Renters who wish to use a debit card must hold an Irish Driving Licence and will be subject to additional checks including verification of employment.
For all drivers we reserve the right to conduct additional checks and ID verification including sharing information with external partners who may verify supplied details against databases to which they have access.
Will I be allowed to cross into bordering countries?
United Kingdom:
For vehicles travelling to the Republic of Ireland, there is an additional charge of 150 GBP per rental. Please call the branch in advance. Vehicles may not travel outside the U.K. and Ireland.
Ireland:
Renters are allowed to travel within Ireland and Northern Ireland.
For vehicles travelling to the U.K., there is an additional charge of 150 Euros plus vat. Please call the branch in advance. Customers wishing to return the car to a different location will be subject to an additional charge.
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Location Details
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Renting a Car at Oxford Botley
Local Car and Van Hire in Oxford
Oxford, the county town of Oxfordshire in the South East of England, is famous as the home of the oldest university in the Western word. Oxford is an ancient city, with an architectural heritage dating back to Saxon times. Besides the many college buildings, other places of interest include the Bodleian Library and the Ashmolean, History of Science and Natural History museums. As one would expect from a university city, places of entertainment are plentiful in Oxford and include several theatres, such as the New Theatre on George Street, and several cinemas, including two Odeons. Shopping opportunities are plentiful in the town, around Cornmarket Street and Broad Street, and there is a variety of shopping malls dotted around the city and its environs. Oxford is close to some quintessentially English country towns, such as High Wycombe, Aylesbury and Henley-on-Thames. Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, and the city of Warwick, with its magnificent castle, are less than an hour’s drive away. The Enterprise Rent-A-Car premises are a 20-minute walk, located 1.3 miles outside the city centre on West Way (the A420) Botley Road. Buses travel the route on a regular basis, or you could ask Enterprise to collect you.
Cheap Van and Car Rental in Oxford
Enterprise offer great deals on car and van hire, and while they might promote themselves as cheap, there is nothing cheap about their extensive fleet of hire vehicles or customer service. Whatever you are looking for from vehicle hire, Enterprise will have a deal that both meets your requirements and suits your budget. The best deals can be found online and there are clear advantages to booking well in advance. These include being sure of getting the car you want and at a better rate than when booking closer to your travel day.
Oxford Van Hire
If You have just won the eBay auction for that large, heavy item you have always wanted, but you have to collect it and don’t want to trust the task to strangers, why not hire a van from Enterprise? Enterprise hires out vans of all sizes, from small commercial vehicles to large Luton vans with a tail-lift, so they are bound to have something to suit. Whether you hire the vehicle for a one-off job or need it for a longer period – perhaps until your new delivery business is up and running – you will get the same great service. Learn more about Enterprise van hire.
A Wide Range of Vehicles to Hire
If you are single or perhaps a couple travelling in the Oxford area, a small, light hatchback is a great, economical way to get out and about and see what Oxfordshire and its neighbouring counties have to offer. If you are a family touring around England, then you will need a larger vehicle, perhaps a saloon or a people-carrier. You can also hire 4x4s or choose from a premium range for that special occasion.
Driving Information in Oxford
Navigating around Oxford is made easier by a ring road. However, visiting motorists should do their research to find out the hours during which some roads that traverse the centre are closed off to vehicles other than buses, taxis and bicycles. Not surprisingly, six park and ride sites surround the city, offering almost 5,000 spaces. The M40 London to Birmingham route is about six miles from the centre and other A roads, such as the A34 West or the A40 North and North-East, are easily accessible. London Oxford Airport serves Oxford, and Heathrow is less than 50 miles away. The city has a mainline rail station and comprehensive bus coverage, both locally and out to the surrounding towns and countryside. There is some off-street parking in the city centre and pay and display facilities at Beckett Street and Oxpens, among other sites.