Which rental companies at JFK accept debit cards?

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Quick answer

Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National accept debit cards. SIXT accepts them with conditions. Requirements vary by rental company; check the details below.

Rental company rules at JFK

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: Additional-driver restrictions on debit apply

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: Prepaid/gift cards return-only

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Return flight: Not published

    Vehicle limits: Vehicle/location restrictions can apply

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Yes, highly conditional

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: Without return itinerary + debit: limited classes; spouse/domestic partner only as additional driver

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: PayNow debit excluded; vehicle-class restrictions may apply

  • Debit card: Accepted

    Yes, highly conditional

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: Debit/money-order customers restricted to certain classes; spouse/domestic partner only as additional driver

  • Debit card: Conditional

    Conditional under U.S. rules; airport page does not state a blanket debit yes/no

    Return flight: Conditional

    Vehicle limits: Vehicle category can raise minimum age/payment requirements

All rental requirements at JFK

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