Car Rental in Larnaca International Airport

Is it possible for someone else to drive the rental vehicle?
Yes, it is possible but only if they are listed on the rental agreement. It is important not to allow anyone who is not authorized to drive the vehicle. Please note that there is a fee for every additional driver who is authorized to drive the vehicle. The cost is EUR 7.00 per day, per driver including VAT.
All additional drivers must meet the age, driving license, and ID requirements.
If any additional driver is outside of our age restrictions, we will also charge a driver surcharge.

Do I need to bring my driving licence with me when renting a car?
Yes, you must bring your valid driving licence with you. Please note only by showing presenting the physical driving licence the Avis staff will allow you to drive the Avis car in Cyprus. You cannot pick up the car with a digital driving licence. If your licence was issued in a non-Roman alphabet, an International Driving Permit will be required. Note that an International Driving Permit is not necessary for visits longer than 30 days in Cyprus. However, for a paper driving licence or a licence from Gibraltar, Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man, you may need a 1949 IDP for any length of visit.

Is there a minimum length of time I must have held my licence for?
Yes, you must have held your licence for at least one year to drive all Avis cars. If you are 23-24 years old, you can drive car categories A, B, H if your licence is valid for at least three years, if you are 25-29 years old, you can drive car categories C, D, E, F, G,M, N and P,  if f you are 30 years and older, you can drive car categories I, J, K, L and O if your licence is valid for at least three years.

Can I drive if I have unspent convictions on my licence?
If you have any unspent driving convictions for careless, reckless, or dangerous driving, driving under the influence of drink or drugs, using an uninsured vehicle, theft or unauthorised taking of a vehicle, or if you have been disqualified, or have two or more unspent convictions for other offences, unfortunately, you will not be able to drive our vehicles.

Do I need to bring proof of identification?
Yes, you must bring the payment card used to make your booking and a photo ID featuring a recognisable photo taken within the last 10 years, such as a passport, driving licence, national identity card, or government-issued identification.

Will I need to provide a pre-authorisation or pay a security deposit?
Yes, the main driver must provide a pre-authorisation on your credit card before we release the vehicle to you. The amount is calculated based on the CDW/TP excess waiver and the rental price, including any optional extras. If you have selected our Pay Now option, the sum you have paid will be deducted from the pre-authorisation value.

How do I provide a pre-authorisation?
You'll need to provide a payment card in your own name with enough money available. Please note that due to fluctuating foreign exchange rates and possible banking charges, we cannot be held responsible for any difference between the amount paid and the amount refunded. For more information, see the "Payments Options" section in this document or ask a member of our team.

If you'd like more details, please call the Reservations team or ask a member of our team.

Public liability insurance is in accordance with the insurance laws of the country.  Customer may inquire at the time of rental for additional information of the benefits, conditions and acceptance.

Note: Some credit cards provide insurance coverage, with certain limitations, as a benefit of using the card to rent vehicles.  The customer is advised to contact the card issuer before the rental.  Any waiver must be discussed directly with the location upon arrival.

In case the renter fails to pick up the car, a no-show fee of EUR 49.50 per booking will be charged.

You can drive an Avis car if you are 23 years and older with a valid driving licence for at least 3 years old for the car groups A, B and H. Drivers aged 25 years old and older with a driving licence valid for at least 1 year can drive car groups: C, D, E, F, G, M, N, P. Drivers aged 30 years old and above, can drive car groups I, J, K, L, O provided that they hold a driving licence for at least three years.

If you are a young driver from 23 until 24 years, old you can drive the car categories A, B, H and will have to pay a young driver surcharge of EUR 10.00 per day, capped at 10 days (VAT included).

How do I know if there are minimum age restrictions on my rental?
You can find out if there are any age restrictions for your rental when you book or by checking your booking confirmation email or calling the reservations team.

Are there any maximum age restrictions?
There are no maximum age restrictions as long as you have a valid driver's license for at least one year.

I’m over 70 do I need to provide extra information or pay a senior driver surcharge?
If you or any of your drivers are over 70, please let us know before picking up the vehicle. In some locations, we may need to seek approval from our insurer before renting to you. Without approval from our insurer, the reduced CDW waiver option may not be available.

Is it possible for a vehicle to be delivered to my location?
Yes, some of our rental locations offer a Hotel Delivery Service where we can deliver the vehicle and any pre-booked optional extras to the hotel and time of your choice. However, if you wish to have the vehicle delivered, it is important to be present at the delivery location during your requested delivery period and have the necessary items listed in the booking terms and conditions and rental terms and conditions section called 'What you need to rent the vehicle.'

Please note that you will be responsible for paying the fuel used to deliver the vehicle to you at the Pay on Return rates, unless you opt to purchase Fuel up Front. The delivery fee varies depending on your rental location and where you want the vehicle delivered. Typically, within town limits, you can expect the fee to be between EUR 20 and EUR 25.

To request delivery, please give us at least 4 hours notice. While we may be able to accommodate shorter notice requests, it's best to confirm with the rental station or Reservations team.

If you prefer to collect the vehicle, some of our rental locations offer a Collection Service where we can collect the vehicle and any optional extras at a time and place of your choosing. To use this service, you must be available to hand over the vehicle.

When returning the vehicle, you will be responsible for paying the fuel used to return the vehicle to our nearest rental location at Pay on Return rates unless you purchase Fuel up Front. The collection fee varies depending on your rental location and where you want the vehicle collected from. Generally, you can expect the fee to be between EUR 20 and EUR 25.

To request collection, please give us at least 24 hours' notice. If you need to request collection with shorter notice, please check with the Reservations team.

If the main driver is not present when we come to collect the vehicle, a charge will apply. Additionally, if the vehicle, keys, accessories, documents, or optional extras are missing, you will still be charged for the collection. You'll then need to book a new collection and pay another collection fee, or you can bring the vehicle back to the rental location yourself.

Do I need to return the vehicle with a full tank of fuel?
Yes, it is required that you return the vehicle with the same amount of fuel it had when you picked it up, which is usually a full tank. At the end of the rental period, you should refuel the vehicle at the closest gas station and keep the receipt as proof. Failure to return the vehicle with a full tank and without a fuel receipt may result in additional charges.

Fuel Options

I am looking to travel a distance of over 120 kms and would like to ensure a hassle-free journey. Is there a fuel option available for me?
Yes, we offer a Fuel Up Front option. You can pay for a full tank of fuel based on the manufacturer's stated fuel tank capacity for your vehicle, along with our refuelling costs. You can then return the vehicle with whatever fuel is left in the tank, even if it's almost empty, as long as the engine is still running.

Can you guide me on determining the fuel tank cost?
During the rental period, Fuel Up Front will be charged based on the average fuel price in Cyprus, which is mentioned in the EU fuel index: http://ec.europa.eu/energy/observatory/oil/bulletin_en.htm. Just to clarify, any unused fuel will not be refunded.

Is it possible to use Fuel Up Front service anytime?
Unfortunately, no. In order to utilize Fuel Up Front service, you must request it during the vehicle pickup process.

If your travel distance is less than 120 kilometers, it is still recommended to fill up the tank near the return location and provide a copy of the receipt to avoid any inconvenience. Even if the fuel gauge shows "full", it might not be accurate. In case you are unable to fill up the tank or show a receipt, EZ Fuel cover can be applied to cover the refueling costs.

What is the cost of EZ Fuel?
The price varies based on your rental location, but you can expect to pay a flat rate between EUR 15.00 and EUR 20.00.

What are my options if I don’t return the vehicle full and haven’t bought Fuel up Front?
Pay on Return will apply if you have driven more than 75 km and:

• Don't buy Fuel Up Front
• Don't return the vehicle with a full tank

How do I calculate the cost of Pay on Return?
When you rent a vehicle from us, the amount you pay for fuel is determined by the fuel gauge that was installed by the factory. We round down to the nearest eighth (1/8) of a tank, based on the fuel tank capacity stated by the manufacturer. At the end of your rental period, we charge you for any fuel that is missing, as well as a EUR 20 refuelling fee. This fee covers the cost of us driving to the closest petrol station on short notice and potentially delaying the next customer's rental.

Is it possible to pick up a rental vehicle from one location and return it to another?

Yes, some rental locations offer the option to collect the vehicle and any additional extras from one location and return them to another within the Republic of Cyprus. The cost, if applicable, will be included in the rate quoted at the time of booking. Please note that an extra fee may apply if you decide to change any of the stations mentioned in the booking.

What is the cost of the One-Way fee?

The price for the One-Way fee varies depending on the rental location. If you are interested in picking up a vehicle and dropping it off at a different location within the same country, you can expect to pay between EUR 20.00 and EUR 70.00.

How can I request a One-Way rental?

You can request a One-Way rental when you book your rental or ask for it when you arrive at the rental location. If you requested a One-Way rental when you booked, the fee will already be included in your rental price.

If I did not request a One-Way rental but decide to return the vehicle to a different location, how much will it cost?
If you did not request a One-Way rental but decide to return the vehicle to a different location, you will be charged a One-Way fee based on the "pay at location" prices available on the day of your return. Please note that the price will depend on the rental location.

The prices for additional services that you select during booking will usually remain the same when you pay. However, circumstances beyond our control, such as exchange rates, may cause changes in prices.
Please note that the following items are available upon request during pick-up.

Avis Travel Partner
Unfortunately, we do not offer the Avis Travel Partner at this time.

Customers with disabilities
If you have a disability and are looking for adapted vehicles or hand controls, we regret to inform you that we do not currently offer these services. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Popular optional extras to rent
I have small children, do you offer child seats?
Yes, we offer Baby, Child and Child booster seats. A Baby seat is typically suitable for a child from birth, weighing no more than 13 kilos. A Child seat is typically suitable for a child weighing between 9 and 18 kilos. A Booster seat is typically suitable for a child weighing between 18 and 45 kilos.

Please be aware that it is your responsibility to ensure that the child car seat is properly installed before driving. In Cyprus, children are required to use a child car seat until they reach a height of 135cm.

How much are your child seats?
The fee for renting a Baby seat is EUR 7.50 per day. (Vat Included)
The fee for renting a Child seat is EUR 10.00 per day. (Vat Included)
The fee for renting a Child Booster seat is EUR 5.00 per day. (Vat Included)

In the event that the seat is damaged, lost or stolen, the cost of a replacement will be at market value.

I'm not familiar with the area; can I rent a GPS (satellite navigation system)?
Yes, the fee for renting a GPS is EUR 12.00 per day. (Vat included)

If the GPS is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement, at the market cost.

Do you offer an audio tour guide service on your GPS?
No, unfortunately we do not offer an audio tour guide service at this time.

I want to be able to access the internet anywhere I go, do you offer a solution?
Yes, we offer Mobile Wi-Fi devices.

Please note: In many countries, including Cyprus, it is illegal to drive while using a handheld mobile phone, tablet or other communications device. It is your responsibility to drive safely and according to the laws of the country you’re driving in.

How much does Mobile Wi-Fi cost?
The fee for hiring mobile Wi-Fi will be EUR 9.00 a day. (Vat Included)

If the mobile Wi-Fi device is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement, at the market cost.

Winter equipment to rent
I'm concerned about the road conditions, do you offer all-weather tyres?
No, unfortunately we do not offer all weather tyres at this time.

I'm going skiing, do you offer snow chains?
Yes, we do offer snow chains, on request. The fee for hiring snow chains will be EUR 5.00 per day. (Vat Included)

I'm have brought my own skis with me, do you rent ski racks?
No, unfortunately we do not offer ski racks at this time.

I've left my hands-free kit behind, do you rent them?
No, unfortunately we do not offer hands-free kits at this time.

I'm moving items, do you rent blankets?
No, unfortunately we do not offer blankets at this time.

I'm moving items, do you rent trolleys?
No, unfortunately we do not offer trolleys at this time.

Optional extras available to buy

I've left my USB charger behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell USB chargers at this time.

I've left my mobile charger behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell mobile chargers at this time.

I want to charge my device in the car, do you sell car chargers?
No, unfortunately we do not sell car chargers at this time.

I've left my iPhone 5 cable behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell iPhone 5 cables at this time.

Can I take the vehicle to other countries?
Unfortunately, drivers are not allowed to take the vehicle outside of the Republic of Cyprus under any circumstances. The vehicle's protection and road assistance cover are also limited within the Republic of Cyprus and the Army bases of Dhekelia, Akrotiri, and the UN Buffer Zone.

It is important to note that it is strictly prohibited to drive an Avis car across the Green Zone and into the Northern area, which is occupied by Turkish military forces. If you require further information, please contact the Cyprus Reservations team.

Avis cars are insured for use within the territory governed by the Republic of Cyprus. However, if you plan to cross into the Turkish occupied area, please contact Avis Cyprus in advance to ensure you are properly informed about the potential consequences and risks.