Paphos Car Rental is the trading name for CH Car Rental Limited.
The information pack and keys will be delivered to your holiday accommodation before your arrival or at an agreed time and location if you are already in Cyprus.
The named driver(s) is liable for all traffic violations; parking fees, fines and/or penalties; toll fees and/or penalties; and any associated administrative costs.
The use of the Vehicle will be covered by the Paphos Car Rental insurance policy and all drivers agree that they will not use the Vehicle in any way that would be in breach of the Rental Agreement or render such insurance invalid.
The only drivers permitted to use the Vehicle are those that are covered by Paphos Car Rental motor insurance policy and they have held a full driving licence for at least 3 years.
The named driver(s) are responsible for any charges that relate to any days they may decide to keep the Vehicle after the Return Date specified (as may be extended by prior authorisation of Paphos Car Rental) and if they fail to make a Vehicle available at the agreed collection time they will pay an aborted collection fee.
The named driver(s) are responsible for any charges that relate to replacement keys if I lose the Vehicle keys.
Neither the named drivers or any passengers may smoke whilst in the Vehicle. The removal of any traces of smoking always involves considerable additional effort and a charge to pay for the cost of cleaning the Vehicle will be made if or any passengers or drivers do not comply with this requirement.
Any personal property in the Vehicle is there at the drivers and passengers own risk. If any such property in the Vehicle when it is returned Paphos Car Rental may dispose of it within 3 months if not reclaimed.
It is forbidden to take the Vehicle outside the Republic of Cyprus.
If the Vehicle is lost or stolen (or suspected to have been stolen) the main driver will report it to the nearest police station and confirm all the reporting details and the crime reference number to Paphos Car Rental
The rental agreement will include Collision damage waiver which reduces the liability of the renter to €0.00 in the event of damage to or theft of the vehicle. This covers damage to the tyres, wheels, roof, underside of the vehicle, glass parts (including the windscreen), wing mirrors, locks, aerials, windscreen wipers and registration plates. Collision Damage Waiver is not insurance. In the event of an accident the insurance covers any damage to other vehicles, bodily injury or death for passengers (this is up to €38.6m but excludes the driver) and property damage up to €1.3m
Damage Waiver Exclusions/Voids:
- Anyone whose name is not on the booking or an unlicenced driver drives the vehicle key
- Damage caused by the use of the wrong fuel or loss/damage to the vehicle key
- Failure to lock the vehicle
- Failure to stop using the vehicle once a fault becomes known
- Unauthorised repairs on the vehicle
- Interior damage
- Personal injury and personal effects, however, these are normally covered by your travel insurance policy
- Vehicle is loaded with more passengers than their stated capacity
- Drivers are found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Damage to the vehicle has occurred due to negligence or driving in a reckless manner
- The vehicle is driven on an unmade road (off-road) or any road which is unsuitable for vehicles to be driven on
- The car is taken out of the Republic of Cyprus
Renter Requirements:
All drivers must present a fully valid and unexpired driving licence (digital licences are not accepted). If the driving licence is written in a language and characters different from English or Greek, an International Driving Permit is also required. Renters are advised to check whether they require an International Driving Permit to drive in Cyprus to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licences from countries that are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation. All renters must provide a valid passport photo. Please note that we reserve the right to request additional ID or conduct further identification checks if needed.
Cancellations and Amendments
A 15% deposit is required to book. If the booking is canceled more than 14 days before the pick-up date a full refund will be given. If the booking is cancelled within 14 days of the pick-up date or in the event of a "no show" (when a vehicle is not collected at the agreed pick-up date and the booking is not cancelled in advance) we are unable to provide any refund (a cancellation invoice can be supplied for insurance purposes). If the hire duration is ended early, or collected late, we are unable to provide a refund for any unused hire days. Amendments can only be made by contacting our customer support team on CONTACT US. We do not charge a fee for amending your booking. Bookings cannot be amended within 14 days of the pick-up date unless the period of the booking is being extended.
Mileage - all vehicles include unlimited mileage.
Age Restrictions
Paphos Car Rental offer full collision damage waiver cover with no excess with a minimum rental age of 30 years old and upper age limit of 79 years. There may be an excess if any named driver is not in this range
Additional Charges & Liabilities
The main driver will be responsible for the following additional charges or liabilities if incurred:
- Additional rental charges for changes made to the booked rental vehicle, rental period or optional products
- Any fines or penalty charges relating to the operation of the vehicle during the rental period, such as parking or speeding fines, plus a reasonable administration fee. If the driver receives a ticket while they are in Cyprus payment should be made to the local relevant authorities prior to leaving the island. Some fixed traffic cameras (usually at a crossroads) do not send out fines for 2-3 months after the offence. Unpaid fines can be pursued overseas by Cypriot authorities and may incur further penalties for the delay.
- Rental charges for late returns
- Loss of the vehicle key
- Any legal fees incurred collecting any payments due under the terms of the rental agreement
- A reasonable collection fee if a vehicle is not returned to the agreed collection point
- The cost of cleaning the vehicle if it returned in a dirty condition
Fuel is prepaid. No unused or excess fuel will be refunded.
In the Event of an Accident
The main driver accepts the following procedure below and accept that failure to do so may jeopardise the insurance cover:
1. Record the following:
* Date * Time * Location * Witness Details * Third party name * Third party vehicle * Third party registration number * Third party telephone * Third party number of passengers
2. Call us immediately 24/7 on the number in your booking confirmation
3. Ask the third party to call the number in your booking confirmation and provide accident circumstances
Vehicle return & Damages
When the vehicle is returned, we recommend that the driver(s) are present until the vehicle is inspected by the Paphos Car Rental. If there is any change in condition of the rental vehicle which exceeds normal wear and tear that has not been reported to Paphos Car Rental then this will be recorded on a written post rental inspection. If the driver(s) are not present for the post-rental inspection Paphos Car Rental will inspect the vehicle in your absence.
Please note liability for damage extends until the vehicle is checked in by Paphos Car Rental. Unless otherwise provided in the rental agreement, if the vehicle is returned after the Paphos Car Rental business hours, the booker will remain responsible for any damage or loss in accordance with the rental agreement until the Paphos Car Rental reopens and conducts the post-rental inspection. If the car is in an accident and the driver(s) are partly or fully to blame there will be no refund or replacement vehicle provided if the car is rendered unusable.