Rental car deposits and holds at NCE
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport · 8 rental companies compared
Quick answer
Deposit requirements vary by rental company at NCE. Published standard or minimum holds start at €300. Some rental companies publish higher or variable holds based on the vehicle, payment method or protection selected.
Deposits by rental company at NCE
- €300–€2,000
Pre-authorization of €300–€2,000, depending on vehicle category, plus the full rental amount when the rental is not prepaid.
- €500–€1,000
Pre-authorization required. Current France pricing materials state estimated rental charges + €200 for standard qualification, with additional €500–€1,000 authorizations for certain higher vehicle groups.
- Deposit varies
A card pre-authorization is required at pickup; the amount depends on rental estimate and vehicle/category. Exact Nice Airport amount is not cleanly published in current branch terms.
- €300–€2,000
Pre-authorization of €300–€2,000, depending on vehicle category, plus the full rental amount when the rental is not prepaid.
- Deposit varies
France deposit policy updated May 2026: €500 for standard passenger cars; €800 for vans/Keddy/FUN; premium groups require €1,000, €1,500 or €2,500 depending on category. If not prepaid, rental price is also authorized.
- Deposit varies
A security pre-authorization is required on the qualifying card; Hertz states it is at least the estimated rental charges, with exact amount depending on vehicle/payment/location.
- €300–€2,000
Pre-authorization of €300–€2,000, depending on vehicle category, plus the full rental amount when the rental is not prepaid.
- Deposit varies
Security authorization equals rental amount + €300 for standard groups, +€500 for higher groups, +€750 for premium groups, and +€2,000 for sports/luxury groups.