How Much Is a Rental Car Deposit? Credit vs Debit by Company

Credit card

$400; $850 for listed specialty classes

Specific branch scenario · JFK: no ticketed return itinerary

The JFK branch publishes these deposits for credit-card renters without a ticketed return itinerary. The $850 amount applies only to the source's named higher-tier groups. The ordinary return-ticket credit deposit is not stated; do not reuse this figure for that itinerary.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

$600 for the qualified no-return-ticket exception

Specific branch scenario · JFK: advance in-person qualification required

This JFK debit exception requires a reservation at least 72 hours ahead and in-person qualification at least 48 hours before pickup, with the branch's original supporting documents. It does not describe the ordinary airport debit route with a return ticket; that route's additional deposit is not published.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

$400; $850 for listed specialty classes

Specific branch scenario · JFK: no ticketed return itinerary

The JFK branch publishes these deposits for credit-card renters without a ticketed return itinerary. The $850 amount applies only to the source's named higher-tier groups. The ordinary return-ticket credit deposit is not stated; do not reuse this figure for that itinerary.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

$600 for the qualified no-return-ticket exception

Specific branch scenario · JFK: advance in-person qualification required

This JFK debit exception requires a reservation at least 72 hours ahead and in-person qualification at least 48 hours before pickup, with the branch's original supporting documents. It does not describe the ordinary airport debit route with a return ticket; that route's additional deposit is not published.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

$200 additional in many rentals

General national guidance · US guidance published on the MCO branch page

Avis describes many credit rentals as estimated charges plus $200; others may hold only estimated charges or use exceptions. The explicit prepaid-debit $250 rule must not be assumed to apply to every prepaid credit rental. Confirm the authorization for the selected offer.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

$200 additional; $300 for 4+ days; prepaid debit hold $250

General national guidance · US guidance published on the MCO branch page

These are Avis's amounts for many debit rentals; exceptions may apply. A prepaid-debit $250 hold is additional to the amount already paid. Debit acceptance, airport itinerary and eligible vehicle requirements remain separate checks.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

Counter: up to $200 extra; prepaid: up to $250 hold

General national guidance · US required-credentials FAQ: indexed official text

The indexed official FAQ gives these limits beyond rental charges or prepaid amounts and lists a $100 minimum for specified replacement, prepaid and tour exceptions. The live policy block was not retrieved during this review; the current branch and rate terms determine the amount.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

Counter: up to $200 extra; prepaid: up to $250 hold

General national guidance · US required-credentials FAQ: indexed official text

The indexed official FAQ states these credit/debit limits with a $100 minimum for specified exceptions. Debit acceptance still depends on the location's qualifications. The live policy block was not retrieved; verify the amount against the branch and reservation.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

Standard: rental + $200 / $300 / $400; higher-group total floors $500 / $1,000 / $2,500

Published national range · Formal US rental information: exact vehicle codes and location groups

Airport and other standard locations use rental plus $200. Listed non-airport states use $300 or $400. Higher groups authorize the greater of the rental-plus-local-extra and their total floor; $500/$1,000/$2,500 are not universally extra deposits. The driven vehicle, upgrades and agreement control; 28-day-series long-term rentals have a separate exception.

Formula example: if your confirmed airport vehicle group has a $500 total minimum and rental charges are $400, compare $400 + $200 = $600 with $500. The higher amount is $600. This illustrates the formula; the actual vehicle code and agreement must match.

Use the source’s full authorization formula; do not add this figure to the rental price twice.

Debit card

Eligible standard groups: rental + $200 / $300 / $400

Published national range · Formal US rental information: debit-eligible vehicle codes only

The standard location amounts apply only where debit is accepted. US airport debit requires a matching renter-name return flight, train or bus ticket booked at least 24 hours before pickup. Higher groups generally require credit, with limited international-document exceptions. Do not apply the higher-group floors as a universal debit surcharge.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

Up to $200 extra standard; named vehicle-group extras $300–$900

Published branch limit · MIA payment terms: conditional authorization and vehicle groups

The MIA endpoint gives an up-to-$200 standard authorization beyond estimated charges, with named SUV and specialty groups at $300/$400/$500/$750/$850/$900. This is not an exact standard charge or a dependable mapping from a generic luxury/SUV label. Reservation-specific terms may change the hold.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

$500 extra in the MIA policy; conditional up-to-$500 language also applies

Published branch limit · MIA: eligible cars and compact/small SUVs with return airline ticket

The debit section lists $500 beyond estimated charges and also describes a conditional authorization of up to $500. A return airline ticket matching the rental and two valid IDs are required, with eligible vehicle limits and possible credit screening. Pay Now requires a qualifying credit card.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

$400; $850 for listed specialty classes

Specific branch scenario · JFK: no ticketed return itinerary

The JFK branch publishes these deposits for credit-card renters without a ticketed return itinerary. The $850 amount applies only to the source's named higher-tier groups. The ordinary return-ticket credit deposit is not stated; do not reuse this figure for that itinerary.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

$600 for the qualified no-return-ticket exception

Specific branch scenario · JFK: advance in-person qualification required

This JFK debit exception requires a reservation at least 72 hours ahead and in-person qualification at least 48 hours before pickup, with the branch's original supporting documents. It does not describe the ordinary airport debit route with a return ticket; that route's additional deposit is not published.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

Up to $200 beyond estimated rental charges

General national guidance · US general policies: location and loyalty exceptions

The general policy describes $200 and up-to-$200 credit authorizations. A qualifying established Dollar Express Visa profile can waive the incremental amount. Franchise and reservation terms may differ; this is national planning guidance rather than branch approval.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

Up to $500 beyond estimated rental charges

General national guidance · US general policies: qualified debit rentals only

The general policy describes $500 and up-to-$500 debit authorizations. Airport debit requires a matching return ticket and two IDs for eligible car groups. Local restrictions, established Dollar Express Visa exceptions and franchise terms can change the outcome; prepaid reservations require credit.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Credit card

Up to $200 beyond estimated rental charges

General national guidance · US general policies: location and loyalty exceptions

The general policy describes $200 and up-to-$200 credit authorizations. A qualifying established Blue Chip Visa profile can waive the incremental amount. Local terms decide applicability; this national amount does not establish a reviewed branch authorization.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.

Debit card

Up to $500 beyond estimated rental charges

General national guidance · US general policies: qualified debit rentals only

The general policy describes $500 and up-to-$500 debit authorizations. Airport debit requires a matching return ticket and two IDs for eligible vehicle groups. Branch restrictions and established Blue Chip Visa exceptions still apply; Pay Now requires credit.

Additional to the rental charges that remain due, subject to the stated scenario.