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Car Rental in Office 3 Mivaness Building
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Office 3 Mivaness Building (QD4)
Address:
Cnr Rex Henderson and Turnbull,
Empangeni,
3880,
South Africa
Phone:
(27) 087 405 4242
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Holiday Hours:
2024
WORKERS DAY
May
1
closed
ELECTION DAY
May
29
closed
FREEDOM DAY
June
16
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June
17
closed
WOMENS DAY
August
9
closed
HERITAGE DAY
September
24
closed
DAY OF RECONCIL
December
16
closed
CHRISTMAS DAY
December
25
closed
DAY OF GOODWILL
December
26
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Pick-up Service Available
To use our free pick-up service, call your Avis rental location directly at the location phone number listed on your reservation confirmation. Pick-up service policies (hours of availability, allowable pick-up distance, etc.) vary by location so it's important that you call the location and make arrangements for pick-up at least 24 hours before your desired rental time. When you call the location, be ready to provide all applicable information including precise address, exact time of pick up, and a phone number where you can be reached at that time.
Please note that an off-airport Avis location cannot pick you up at an airport that has a Avis location. In this case, either you must rent your car at the airport location, or provide your own transportation to the off-airport location where you prefer to rent
Pick-up Service Available
To use our free pick-up service, call your Avis rental location directly at the location phone number listed on your reservation confirmation. Pick-up service policies (hours of availability, allowable pick-up distance, etc.) vary by location so it's important that you call the location and make arrangements for pick-up at least 24 hours before your desired rental time. When you call the location, be ready to provide all applicable information including precise address, exact time of pick up, and a phone number where you can be reached at that time.
Please note that an off-airport Avis location cannot pick you up at an airport that has a Avis location. In this case, either you must rent your car at the airport location, or provide your own transportation to the off-airport location where you prefer to rent
Renter Requirements
Optional Coverages
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is Mandatory (included in the rates).
Customer is liable to an amount ranging from ZAR 16,700.00 to ZAR 66,000.00 depending on car group rented.
Note: No coverage is available for loss or damage from civil unrest, or due to any breach of terms and conditions stated on rental agreement. A fee of ZAR 415.00 will be charged, over and above the damage repair cost or applicable excess, as an accident handling administration fee. In the event of a traffic fine, a fee of ZAR 325.00 will be charged, over and above the traffic fine.
Theft Protection (TP) is Mandatory (included in the rates).
Customer is liable to an amount ranging from ZAR 16,700.00 to ZAR 66,000.00 depending on car group rented.
Windscreen Tire Damage Waiver (WTDW) is optionalThis product is available at the point of rental check-out. This cover includes all the glass and tyres including hubcaps, metal rims and alloy mags on the vehicle. Car groups A,B,C,D,E,P ZAR 77.25 per day (incl tax), Car groups F - O ZAR 87.25 per day (incl tax). Loss of tyres, rims or hubcaps are not covered under WTTDW but will fall under Theft Loss Waiver. No liability charges apply when WTTDW is taken. In addition, in the event of Third Party Damage, the customer's liability will be zero. However, if this is declined the maximum liability amount for tyres and glass will be ZAR 15000.00 and for Third Party Damage is ZAR 15000.00.
Note: If you require additional insurance coverage you may purchase locally to reduce/remove the insurance excess. Just ask at the Avis rental desk when you collect your car.
Global insurance coverages are always subject to change. Please verify at time of rental.
Credit Card Policies
Debit Card Policies
Drivers License
Public Liability and Property Damage
Public liability insurance is in accordance with the insurance laws of the country. Customer may inquire at the time of rental for additional information of the benefits, conditions and acceptance.
Note: Some credit cards provide insurance coverage, with certain limitations, as a benefit of using the card to rent vehicles. The customer is advised to contact the card issuer before the rental. Any waiver must be discussed directly with the location upon arrival.
Rental Options
The prices we give you for optional extras when you book will generally be the price you will pay. Exchange rates or other reasons beyond our control may alter prices.
Customers with disabilities
I have a disability, do you offer adapted vehicles?
No, regrettably, we do not currently offer specially adapted vehicles at this time.
I have a disability, do you offer hand controls?
No, regrettably, we do not currently offer hand controls or panoramic mirrors at this time.
Popular optional extras to rent
I have small children, do you offer child seats?
Yes, we offer baby, infant, child and boosters seats. A baby seat is typically suitable for a child from birth to 12 months old and weighing no more than 13 kilos. An infant seat is typically suitable for a child aged 9 months to 4 years old and weighing between 9 and 18 kilos. A child seat is typically suitable for a child aged 4 to 11 years old and weighing between 15 and 36 kilos. A booster seat is typically suitable for a child aged 8 to 11 years old and weighing between 20 and 45 kilos.
In some rental locations, we may arrange for a third party to fit the seat for you. But remember, it is always your responsibility to check the seat is fitted correctly before you drive away.
Please note: In Portugal, all children must normally use a child car seat until they’re 12 years old or 135cm tall.
How much are your child seats?
The fee for renting a seat will depend on where you are renting, but you can expect it to cost 11.56 EUR a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get to use the seat for the duration of your rental, up to 30 days.
If the seat is damaged, lost or stolen, you will have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost between 20.00 EUR and 150.00 EUR on top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
I am not familiar with the area; can I rent a GPS (satellite navigation system)?
Travel Companion Tablet - This provides a GPS service as well as other useful features you may need when travelling. - The fee for hiring Travel Companion Tablet for GPS is between 10.99 EUR and 14.99 EUR a day depending on features activated. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get to use the device for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days. If the Travel Companion Tablet is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from 175.00 EUR on top of the hire fee. If you show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
Please note: In some countries, it is against the law to use a GPS that tells you where speed cameras are. If you plan to travel outside of the Portugal you should check to see whether you can use our GPS as it will give you speed information.
Do you offer an audio tour guide service on your GPS?
No, unfortunately we do not offer an audio tour guide service at this time.
I want to be able to access the internet anywhere I go, do you offer a solution?Travel Companion Tablet - This provides a GPS service as well as other useful features you may need when travelling. - The fee for hiring Travel Companion Tablet for GPS is between 10.99 EUR and 14.99 EUR a day depending on features activated. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get to use the device for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days. If the Travel Companion Tablet is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from 175.00 EUR on top of the hire fee. If you show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
Please note: In many countries, including Portugal, it is illegal to drive while using a handheld mobile phone, tablet or other communications device. It is your responsibility to drive safely and according to the laws of the country you are driving in.
I am intending to drive along toll roads; do you offer a device to make this quicker and easier for me?
Yes, some rental locations offer E-Toll in selected vehicles. An E-Toll device lets you drive though tolls without needing to stop and pay.
How much is E-Toll?
The fee for the e-toll device depends on where you are renting but you can expect it to be 1.89 EUR a day you have it activated. You activate it by opening the box attached to your windscreen.
If the e-toll device is damaged, lost or stolen, you will have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from around 30.75 EURon top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
Please note: this service and any toll charges you incur will be invoiced to you after the vehicle is returned to us. You can expect to receive your invoice around 30 days after you’ve returned the vehicle.
Winter equipment to rent
I am concerned about the road conditions, do you offer all-weather tyres?
No, unfortunately we do not offer all weather tyres at this time.
I am going skiing, do you offer snow chains?
No, unfortunately we do not offer snow chains at this time.
I am have brought my own skis with me, do you rent ski racks?
No, unfortunately we do not offer ski racks at this time.
I have left my hands-free kit behind, do you rent them?
No, unfortunately we do not offer hands-free kits at this time.
I am moving items, do you rent blankets?
No, unfortunately we do not offer blankets at this time.
I am moving items, do you rent trolleys?
No, unfortunately we do not offer trolleys at this time.
Optional extras available to buy
I have left my USB charger behind, do you sell them?
Yes, you can buy a USB Charger for 11.00 EUR, but they are only available from selected rental locations.
I have left my mobile charger behind, do you sell them?
Yes, you can buy a Mobile Charger for 11.00 EUR with universal wall plug dual USB port and retractable iPhone 4 adaptor, but they are only available from selected rental locations.
I want to charge my device in the car, do you sell car chargers?
Yes, you can buy a Universal Car Charger for 11.00 EUR, but they are only available from selected rental locations.
I have left my iPhone 5 cable behind, do you sell them?
Yes, you can buy an iPhone 5 cable for 21.00 EUR, but they are only available from selected rental locations.
Fuel Policy
Should I bring the vehicle back with a full tank of fuel?
Yes. The vehicle will normally be supplied with a full tank of fuel. You must return it to us with the same amount of fuel it had in it when you picked it up usually a full tank as shown on the factory-installed fuel gauge. We recommend you fill up as close to the return location as you can on the return date, and keep the receipt to show us. If you don't return the vehicle with a full tank and you can't show us a receipt for fuel we will charge you.Fuel Options
I plan to travel more than 120kilometres, and want peace of mind, do you have a fuel option for me?
Yes, with Fuel Up Front you pay for a full tank of fuel, based on the manufacturer's stated fuel tank capacity for your vehicle plus our costs of refueling the vehicle for you. Then you just return the vehicle with whatever's left in the tank (even if it's virtually empty) so long as the engine still runs.
How do I calculate the cost of Fuel Up Front?
Depending on where you’re renting, this cost could be up to 0.05 EUR per liter lower than the average fuel price at the start of your rental period as stated on this EU fuel index:. However, you don't get a refund for any fuel you don't use.
Can I get Fuel up Front at any time?
No, if you want to take advantage of Fuel Up Front, you must ask for it during the booking process or when you pick up the vehicle.
I plan to travel less than 120 kilometers, do I still need to fill up?
Yes, often the fuel gauges stills look "full" so we ask you to fill up the tank near to the return location and show us a copy of the receipt. If you don't have time to fill up the tank, or can't show us a receipt, we will apply EZ Fuel to cover our costs of refueling the vehicle for you.
How much is EZ Fuel?
Depending on where you're renting, you pay of fixed fee of between 14.50 EUR and 17.00 EUR.
What are my options if I don't return the vehicle full and haven't bought Fuel up Front?
Pay on Return will apply if you have driven more than 120 kilometers and:
- Don't buy Fuel Up Front
- Don't return the vehicle with a full tank
How do I calculate the cost of Pay on Return?
You pay for fuel based on the factory installed fuel gauge rounded down to the nearest eighth (1/8) of a tank. This is based on the manufacturer's stated fuel tank capacity.
We charge between 1.5 and three times the average fuel price at the end of the rental period for France as stated on this EU fuel index: plus a service fee between 13 EUR and 15 EUR. The price per liter will be stated on your rental agreement. This charge covers our cost of driving to the nearest petrol station at short notice, and potentially delaying the next customer's rental.
Electric Vehicles
How much battery charge should I return an electric vehicle with?
You must return the vehicle with at least a 70% battery charge, or the same % battery charge as it had at the time of pick-up.
What am i charged if I fail to return an electric vehicle with the required 70% battery charge, or the same % battery charge as it had at the time of pick-up?
We charge a fixed amount dependent on the battery life showing on the factory-installed battery gauge. This is the Pay on Return rate. the amounts charged are set out below:
Battery Charge | Fixed cost (inclusive of VAT) |
If you return the electric vehicle with 70% or more battery charge. | No Cost |
If you return the electric vehicle with between 11%-69% battery charge. | EUR 23.39 |
If you return the electric vehicle with 10% or less battery charge | EUR 36.24 |
Location Exceptions
Rates including unlimited mileages are not applicable to South African residents. To qualify for unlimited mileage rates, renters must produce an international passport and return airline ticket to their country of origin, South African renters can obtain quotes on www.avis.co.za.
Travel Into Other Countries
No cross-border rentals are allowed from South Africa to Malawi, Angola or Zambia, even if returning to South Africa.
One-way cross border rentals into Zimbabwe and Mozambique are not permitted. Cross border rentals from South Africa into Mozambique and Zimbabwe are only permitted on condition that the rentals return to South Africa and authorization is optained from the Operations Executive.
Renters wishing to enter Botswana, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho must be in possession of a letter of authority obtainable from an Avis location at time of rental. If this is not obtained, the customer will be refused entry. An additional ZAR 2250.00 (incl tax) will be charged for cross border rentals (excluding Swaziland and Lesotho).
Cross border fee for Eswatini and Lesotho: ZAR 800.00 (incl tax).
Cross border to Namibia is permitted at an additional cost of NAD 227.00 road tax fee (to be paid at the Namibian border), if driving a non-Namibian vehicle.
A road tax fee of ZAR 50.00 will be charged at Swaziland's border (to be paid to Swaziland authorities) for all cars with a foreign licence plate.