If you are under 21 then it can be very difficult to be approved for a car rental. This makes taking a vacation very difficult and even something as simple as moving house can be almost impossible. However, there are some rental agencies that will offer car rental for under 21 year olds with an extra fee.
Although it may not seem fair that young people renting a vehicle be charged a separate fee just because of their age, this is due to the increased insurance costs charged to the rental company. Every rental agency will require this fee to be paid before you rent the vehicle. It is important to disclose your age when you are booking to ensure that you are given the correct price for your rental.
When you collect your vehicle you will need to present your credit card for payment and your drivers license to confirm your age and driving status. The rental company will also take an imprint of your credit card for the excess insurance amount which will only be deducted if you are involved in an accident or there is damage to the vehicle.