United Rent A Car

Rental Policies
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Arrival Information

Airport Pick-up (International flights)
An agent will be waiting for you at the exit from customs. Please turn right after exiting customs. Our agent will be holding a sign with your name.

Airport Pick-up (Domestic flights)
An agent will be waiting at the exit from baggage claim. Please turn right after exiting. Our agent will be holding a sign with your name.

Our telephone numbers are:
(56-2) 236 1483 or 236 1485

In case of emergency, please call
from outside Chile: (56-9) 9568 6512
from within Chile: 09-9568 6512
This cell phone is active 24 hours, every day of the year.

Our office is 15 - 20 minutes from the airport.


Pick-up & drop-off Policy

You may pick-up or drop-off your vehicle at the airport or any hotel in Santiago at any time, day or night.

Pick-up/drop-off at no charge Monday to Friday 9 AM to 6 PM. From 8:00 AM to 8:59 AM, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM, Saturdays, Sundays or holidays, there is an off-hour charge of 11.80 USD. Between 9:31 PM and 7:59 AM any day, the off-hour charge is 41.33 USD. All charges are subject to sales tax.

Pick-up and/or drop-off outside office hours must be arranged at least 24 hours in advance.


General Rules

Loss Damage Waiver & Third Party Liability insurance (LDW/TPL) is mandatory at US$12/day plus tax.

Customer must present a valid national or international drivers license, passport and major credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Diners) at vehicle pick-up.

Rental payment is due upon vehicle pick-up. In addition, the credit card must have an available balance equivalent to US$600 as a guarantee (this amount is not charged but must be authorized).

Vehicles may not be taken out of Chile unless prior authorization has been given. (See Geographical Restrictions)


Geographic Restrictions

Vehicles may be taken to Argentina with the purchase of permits and additional insurance. Cost 244.00 USD for 30 days, 329.00 USD for 180 days, all amounts plus tax. Includes up to 3 permits for border crossing. Additional permits 5.00 USD each plus tax. Valid for multiple entry during the time period contracted. Must be booked at least 10 days in advance of vehicle pick-up. Renter must inform the number of permits for border crossings desired on booking.

Vehicles cannot be picked-up nor returned in Argentina.

Vehicles must be returned to Chile by the same driver authorized to take it out.

For insurance reasons, vehicles cannot be taken into any other country other than Argentina.


One-way Rentals

Out of town pick-up or drop-off is available with the following additional charges and minimum rental restrictions depending on the distance from Santiago:

Distance 15 to 150 Km, cost 51.00 USD, minimum rental 3 days.

Distance 151 to 300 Km, cost 96.00 USD, minimum rental 1 week.

Distance 301 to 500 Km, cost 159.00 USD, minimum rental 1 week.

Distance 501 to 700 Km, cost 207.00 USD, minimum rental 10 days.

Distance 701 to 1000 Km, cost 329.00 USD, minimum rental 10 days.

The maximum distance permitted is 1,000 Km (625 mi) from Santiago. All amounts plus tax.


Valid Drivers License

A valid drivers license from the country of residence or an international license must be shown at the time of rental together with a valid passport for each driver.


Gas

Rentals do not include gasoline. Vehicles must be returned with the same amount of gasoline as at pick-up otherwise a local refueling charge will apply. Excess gasoline is not reimbursed.


Cancellations

Reservation cancellations must be informed as early as possible, and not less than 24 hours prior to vehicle pick-up.

No-shows are charged 1 day of rent plus surcharges and taxes. If the vehicle has been dispatched to the airport, a 20 USD service charge will also be applied.


Taxes

All sales, fees and surcharges are subject to 19% value added tax.

There are no tax exemptions for foreigners for car rentals. (Tax exemptions are available for lodging expenses only)


Age Requirements
Minimum Age: 23

Additional Drivers
1 additional drivers permitted at no extra charge
Minimum Age for Additional Drivers: 23
Additional driver must be 23+ years old and present drivers license and passport. No charge for an additional driver.

Driving Area
Vehicles may travel to Argentina, subject to an additional charge which covers additional insurance and permits. Requires minimum 1 week advance notice. Vehicles may not be taken to any other country.

Deposit Requirements
Cash deposits are not accepted.
United Rent A Car accepts the following rental deposits:
VISA, Master Card, AMEXDiners Club

Payment Methods
United Rent A Car accepts the following methods of payment:
Traveler's Cheques, VISA, Master Card, AMEX, Diners Club, Cash

Pick-ups and Drop-offs
No Charge Pick-ups and drop-offs available at airport and at hotels

Insurance Policies and Surcharges
Collision damage, theft protection and third party liability insurance is sold as a combined product at 13.30 USD/day plus tax. Insurance is mandatory.
*** Collision Damage / Theft Protection *** Covers damage to, or theft of, the rental vehicle over and above 660.00 USD up to its fair market value. A deductible of 660.00 USD will apply in any event regardless of fault.
*** Third Party Liability *** TPL covers civil liability up to approximately 20,000 USD for damage to third-parties causing injury, death or damage to their property. In case of injury or death, coverage is limited to medical or funeral expenses. TPL has no deductible.
*** Extended Third Party Liability *** ETPL (optional) extends the civil liability limit to 400,000 USD. Cost 3.10 USD/day plus tax.
*** Reduced Deductible Supplement *** RDS (optional) lowers the LDW deductible to 230.00 USD. Restrictions: 1) driver(s) must be 25+ years old; 2) minimum rental 1 week; 3) must be contracted in advance of vehicle pick-up; 4) does not cover theft of radio or vehicle accessories. Cost 4.90 USD/day plus tax.
*** Exclusions *** Insurance will not cover any damage if the driver is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Insurance does not cover damage due to misuse or abuse of the vehicle. Insurance does not cover damage to wheels, tires or windshields.
Insurance is mandatory.
Mandatory Insurance
Insurance covers damage to rental vehicle with a deductible of $660 and Third Party Liability up to $15,000 worth of damage to property. Insurance is mandatory.
Extended Third Party Liability
Optional coverage that increases 3rd party liability limit from the standard US$15,000 to US$150,000 (dollar amounts are approximate)
Reduced Deductible Supplement
Optional coverage that lowers the LDW deductible in case of damage to the rental vehicle to US$190. Does not apply to theft of vehicle accessories. Restrictions: 1) minimum rental 1 week; 2) renter and additional driver must be 25 years of age or older; 3) must be contracted in advance of vehicle pick up.
Gps Rental
294.00 per month
GPS unit for navegation throughout Chile
Infant Seat
For children up to 40 lbs./ 18 kg.
Snow Chains
Magnetic Ski Rack
Magnetic roof rack for 3 pairs of skis.
Route Map Of Chile
3.30 fixed
Route map of Chile.
Permits & Insurance For Argentina 30 Days
244.00 fixed
Valid for multiple entry to Argentina for 30 days. Please indicate how many times you plan to go in and out of Argentina when you make your booking. Includes up to 3 border crossings. Additional permits cost US$5 each. Documents require 5 working days to process.
Permits & Insurance For Argentina 180 Days
Valid for multiple entry to Argentina for 180 days. Please indicate how many times you plan to go in and out of Argentina when you make your booking. Includes up to 3 border crossings. Additional permits cost US$5 each. Documents require 5 working days to process.

Insurance and Coverage
Collision damage, theft protection and third party liability insurance is sold as a combined product at 13.30 USD/day plus tax. Insurance is mandatory. *** Collision Damage / Theft Protection *** Covers damage to, or theft of, the rental vehicle over and above 660.00 USD up to its fair market value. A deductible of 660.00 USD will apply in any event regardless of fault. *** Third Party Liability *** TPL covers civil liability up to approximately 20,000 USD for damage to third-parties causing injury, death or damage to their property. In case of injury or death, coverage is limited to medical or funeral expenses. TPL has no deductible. *** Extended Third Party Liability *** ETPL (optional) extends the civil liability limit to 400,000 USD. Cost 3.10 USD/day plus tax. *** Reduced Deductible Supplement *** RDS (optional) lowers the LDW deductible to 230.00 USD. Restrictions: 1) driver(s) must be 25+ years old; 2) minimum rental 1 week; 3) must be contracted in advance of vehicle pick-up; 4) does not cover theft of radio or vehicle accessories. Cost 4.90 USD/day plus tax. *** Exclusions *** Insurance will not cover any damage if the driver is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Insurance does not cover damage due to misuse or abuse of the vehicle. Insurance does not cover damage to wheels, tires or windshields. Insurance is mandatory.