Plans can change, and if you need to cancel your Avis reservation, here’s what you should know. Avis allows you to cancel your booking, but the details depend on the type of rate you choose.

Cancellation Fee

• If you cancel your booking 4 to 24 hours before the rental starts, They will charge you 50% of the total booking amount.
• If you cancel your rental less than 4 hours before it starts, you will have to pay the full amount.
• The same applies if you do not show up to pick up the rental. So, make sure to cancel in advance to avoid these charges.

Paid with a Credit Card

If you used a credit card to pay for your rental when you made the reservation, you must go online to cancel it if you need to change your plans. Avis will refund your money within about a week to the same card you used if you cancel before the pickup time. But, if you cancel less than 24 hours before your pickup time, you have to pay $150 as a fee. If you neither pick up the car nor cancel your booked car, you will not get any part of your money back.

No Credit Card Used

If you made a reservation without giving credit card details and you do not need the rental due to a changed plan, make sure to cancel your booking as soon as possible before your scheduled pickup time. This can help you to avoid any issues or additional fees in the future.

Booked Through A Third Party

If you used a travel agent or an online booking site to make your reservation, you have to follow their cancellation rules, the process, and the policies set by them.

Cancellation Refund

If you cancel your booking 4 to 24 hours before the rental starts, you will get only 50% of the total booking amount back as a refund. If you cancel less than 4 hours before the rental starts, you will not get any refund. Remember Avis India will process your refund within 21 working days as per their policy.

Refund For No Show-Up

If you do not cancel your reservation before the pick-up time and also, do not pick up the car on the rental date, Avis will not give any refund and you will lose your all money. Even if you bring the car back earlier than planned, you will not get a refund for the unused days.

Refund in Fuel Service

You can prepay for a full tank of gas when you rent a car. This option is usually cheaper than refilling the tank yourself. But if you do not use all the gas, you will not get a refund for the unused portion of the gas or fuel.

Early Return Refund

If you find no need for a car rental and want to return it early, before the fixed dates, You can surely do it. But Avis does not refund for the days you did not use the car. In the end, you have to pay money for the days you booked the car.

Vehicle Damage/Loss (Insurance Claims)

If your rental car is damaged and you have insurance, Avis will handle the payment process with your insurance company. They will refund you the extra amount you paid if you pay for the damage yourself and Avis later receives money from another source.

Refund Process in Connecticut & Hawaii

• Connecticut: Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) - LDW (Loss Damage Waiver) is additional coverage you can purchase to protect against damage or loss of the rental car, but this does not free you. You are still responsible for any damage caused by misuse or breaking the rental rules. It is a good idea to check if your own insurance or credit card already provides this coverage. If your insurance pays for the damage, Avis will refund any extra charges you paid.
• Hawaii: Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) - LDW is optional extra coverage you can buy. Before buying it, you can check if your own insurance or credit card already covers rental cars. If you pay for the fuel service and return the car with more fuel or drive less than 100 miles, you might get some money back.

When you choose to pay now instead of paying later, Avis will check your credit and charge your card for the rental cost. They will also place a minimum hold of $250 on your card as a security deposit. When you return the rental car, Avis will remove the hold amount from your credit card. Your bank may take up to two weeks to make these funds available again in your account.

If you return your rental car earlier than you planned, Avis usually does not refund you for the unused days. Their policy generally charges you for the entire rental period. In some cases, if you need to return the car early, you must inform Avis. They might make changes to your rental agreement or provide other options depending on availability at that time.

If you have good knowledge of Avis’s rental policies, it can help you make your car rental experience easy and budget-friendly. From cancellation and refund policies to security deposit and early return, knowing these details ensures that you are prepared for any situation during your trip. It is recommended to always review the specific terms and conditions of your rental agreement, as policies can be different in various locations and booking types. By having such information, you can enjoy a hassle-free rental adventure and avoid unexpected fees.