Car rental insurance & deposits in Cyprus explained

Insurance wording varies between hosts. This guide explains common patterns on Flipio — always read the listing and messages before you pay.

Daily rate vs cover

The displayed price is usually the **vehicle hire** only. Collision damage waivers may be included or offered as an extra — ask the host if unsure.

Deposits

- **Card bookings** — a hold may be placed via Stripe for the rental amount or deposit.
- **Cash bookings** — hosts often take a refundable cash deposit at pickup instead.

Excess & scratches

Photograph the car at pickup. Report new damage immediately. Most disputes are avoided with timestamped photos in the chat thread.

Cross-border cover

Standard policies may not extend to North Cyprus (or vice versa). If you need cross-border travel, filter for hosts who explicitly allow it.

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