Australia car hire FAQ and rental car information

Choose a subject from the list below to view the most frequently asked questions for our rental car service.

Europcar hire cars and locations are situated throughout Australia providing access to a rental car location near you. The FAQ section provides information detailing the most common questions relating to car hire in Australia.

If your question about our rental car service is not covered or you need more help, please refer to our rental terms and conditions page or contact us.

General Booking Questions

Terms & Conditions

View Europcar Terms & Conditions of vehicle hire in Australia here.


Rates, cancellations etc

Information concerning rates and booking cancellations can be found here. 


Methods of payment

Information about forms of payment acceptable through Europcar's website. 


Restrictions

Where you can and cannot drive your rental vehicle in Australia 


Damage & Optional Protections

Everything you need to know about damage, mandatory and optional liablity buy down.


Surcharges and fees

Details of common surcharges and fees associated with your rental.


Equipment & extras

Information about Baby seats, snow equipment and other extras.


Services

Additional services Europcar Australia provides to you.


Vehicle information

Information about the vehicle classes Europcar offers in Australia.


Website & Online Booking

Registration & My Europcar

Learn more about Europcar ID members registration and the "My Europcar" section.


Online Booking Service

Find answers to common questions about using europcar.com.au to reserve a rental car.


Privacy and Security

Your privacy and security on europcar.com.au is very important to us.


How to Guides

A step by step guide to making a booking for all client types.


Rental Process information

Collecting the vehicle

Learn more about the process at pick-up time.


During the rental

Get useful information for your rental.


Returning the vehicle

Learn more about the process at return time.


Travel over snow line

Important information about travelling above the snow line.


Loyalty Programs & Services

Europcar Loyalty Cards & Services

Learn more about our loyalty cards and services.


Frequent Flyers Programs

Get useful information about our earn / redemption policies with our Frequent Travelers Partners.


Ready program

What will happen to my ready membership now that privilege exists?