Frequently asked questions
Can I really hire a car without a credit card?
Yes. We show you the cars that let you leave the deposit on a debit card instead of a credit card.
How much is the deposit?
It depends on the pick-up point. The amount is shown on the page of each destination, per pick-up point and is held on your debit card when you collect the car.
What is included in the price?
Collision and theft cover with a refund of the excess, damage to glass, tyres, roof and undercarriage, unlimited mileage, at least one additional driver and a fair fuel policy: you return the car with as much fuel as it had.
Where can I hire a car without a credit card?
In South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Mauritius, Eswatini and Lesotho, at airports and in towns. See all destinations.
Can I return the car somewhere else?
Yes, on many routes, also across the border. A one-way fee is paid at the desk; see one-way and cross-border car hire.
Who handles my booking and payment?
You book and pay online with Sunny Cars. localblu does not take payments.
Which debit cards are accepted for the deposit?
A Visa or Mastercard debit card in the main driver's name, valid for at least six months after you return the car. Prepaid and virtual cards are not accepted. These are the rules in the rental conditions we checked; the conditions of the car you choose are shown before you book.
Can South African residents hire a car through localblu?
Not in South Africa. For the cars you can hire there with a debit card, the rental conditions say the rates are not valid for residents of African countries or for drivers with a driving licence issued in an African country. In that case the rental desk will not hand over a car. These rates are meant for international visitors. Always check the specific rental conditions, under "Driving licence", before you book.
