If you are planning to travel around Ukraine by car, a more practical solution would be to contact local car rental companies. For example, car rental in Kyiv from Gelb service. This option will be cheaper and save you from unnecessary formalities. In Gelb's fleet, all vehicles are fully equipped, have undergone maintenance, and are kept in good condition.
What documents are needed for rental
You will need an identity document and an identification code. If your passport is a booklet, check that it has a photo corresponding to your age (at 25 and 45 years old). Foreigners will need an international driver's license.
Conditions for drivers
Almost all car rental companies set age limits. Thus, the minimum threshold for rental is 21 years. This rule is related to insurance risks. Statistics show that drivers under 21 are more likely to get into accidents. For insurers, this means a greater financial burden, so the standard approach is not to allow persons under 21 and over 75 to drive. Sometimes a driver is classified as a "young driver," and then the insurance price increases noticeably. Before booking, it is worth studying the rental conditions on the website.
Collateral and deposit
To rent a car from Gelb, you will need to pay a deposit. This is a kind of guarantee that will cover expenses not included in the insurance. The deposit amount depends on the car's price and rental period. Funds are blocked on a bank card or accepted in cash. A Visa or MasterCard is suitable for "freezing" money. After the rental is completed, the money is returned to the account within a few business days. If the car has been damaged, the repair cost will be deducted from the deposit.
Insurance
Every car at Gelb is already insured, so you don't need to buy a separate policy. The insurance company takes on all risks associated with damage or theft of the car. The exception is cases not specified in the insurance policy. They are listed in the rental agreement, and if such a case occurs, expenses are covered from the deposit.
Additional options
When renting, you can order additional services: a child car seat or booster, a roof rack, or personal driver services. Gelb has tried to take into account customer wishes — all necessary options are available in one place, saving time on searching.
How booking works
When you book a car, the manager checks your documents, makes copies, signs the rental agreement, and accepts the deposit. At Gelb, this procedure takes no more than 15 minutes. After receiving the keys, be sure to carefully inspect the car.
Payment is calculated for each day. If you are late by an hour or more when returning the car, it is charged as another day.
You can pick up and return the car both at the Gelb office and at the train station or airport.
Keep in mind: if you need a specific model for certain dates, it is better to take care of this in advance. Demand for car rental grows in season, and a suitable car may simply not be available.
