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Discussion in 'Europe' started by FarmerDave, Nov 10, 2004.

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  1. FarmerDave

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    #1 FarmerDave, Nov 10, 2004
    I have a friend who is travelling to Germany next month and wants to rent a car. Her US insurance policy will not cover her for driving anywhere except the US, Canada, and 25 miles deep into Mexico.

    What type of insurance is required / available for foreign tourists renting an auto in Germany?

    Are there any Fchatters in Germany who are insurance professionals?
     
  2. Simon

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    #2 Simon, Nov 10, 2004
    If she hires a car, the car hire firm provides the insurance. Ring Hertz or someone, they will give you all the necessary info_Other than that she just needs a current drivers license.
    Cheers
    Simon
     
  3. FarmerDave

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    #3 FarmerDave, Nov 11, 2004
    Thanks for the info... I will pass that along.
     
  4. Dutchman

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    #4 Dutchman, Nov 11, 2004
    I don't think that renting a car in Germany is different than anywhere else in the world.

    Ton
     
  5. Bugattiart

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    #5 Bugattiart, Nov 11, 2004
    The same goes for renting a car in Denmark, and I think most countries in Europe :)
     
  6. DadsFerrari

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    #6 DadsFerrari, Nov 11, 2004
    Gold credit cards will give you primary coverage outside US, up to 30 days per rental contract. They also sell one time insurance if you want it - 25 bucks. They only cover large rental companies, and Porsches might be excluded. BMW and Merc are approved, but a Ferrari renter will not be covered under those plans.
     
  7. Dutchman

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    #7 Dutchman, Nov 12, 2004
    Gold credit cards are not really a standard in Europe. I had a Gold Credit card even when I was a student.
     

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