How to Obtain a Prepaid Voucher for a Car Rental

A prepaid voucher makes renting a car easier.

If you're in the midst of making complex travel arrangements, it can be a relief to know that having a prepaid rental car voucher before you leave for your trip can simplify things at your destination. Getting a car will be as simple as taking the voucher to the rental agency, where the rental will be waiting for you.

Instructions

1. Get a prepaid voucher from a travel agent. Sometimes, travel agencies have prepaid for rental cars in bulk, which may help you get a better deal on the voucher.

2. Tell your travel agent where you're planning to go for your vacation. Be prepared to pay for your car voucher when you meet with the travel agent. Some people obtain a prepaid voucher because they don't have a credit card to use at the rental agency; if this is the case, bring your checkbook or cash. Otherwise, have your credit card ready.

3. Ask your travel agent to include insurance with your prepaid car voucher. Insurance on a rental car helps protect you in the event of an accident or other damage to the car that is beyond your control.

4. Talk to your travel agent about receiving an international driver's license if you're traveling to a foreign non-English speaking country. Otherwise, you won't be able to drive your rental car once you pick it up.

Tips & Warnings

• Have directions to the rental car agency and arrange for transportation if necessary before you leave for your trip.

References

• ineed2know.org: All About Prepaid Auto Driving