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No deposit blocked — but read the insurance separately
No rental security deposit is blocked on a credit card. That does not automatically mean zero liability for every type of damage: CDW is included, while optional FDW +€12/day changes the excess for covered damage.
Who this option is useful for
If avoiding a blocked security amount matters to you, compare the deposit policy separately from the insurance excess and payment method.
No blocked security amount
No rental security deposit is pre-authorised on the card.
Basic insurance (CDW) included
Basic Collision Damage Waiver is included in the quoted rental rate.
Full insurance optional
FDW is +€12/day and gives zero excess for covered damage, subject to exclusions.
Exclusions remain
Road-use violations, off-road use, tyres/wheels, underside and other stated exclusions remain outside normal cover.
Why “no deposit” and “zero excess” are not synonyms
A deposit is a security hold. Excess is the renter’s potential liability under an insurance option. A rental can therefore have no blocked deposit while still carrying a CDW excess.
This distinction is displayed throughout the site because it is more useful than combining two separate concepts into one marketing phrase.
What CDW provides
CDW is included in the base rental price. The relevant excess depends on the confirmed vehicle type and terms. The quote should identify the insurance option so you know which level you are comparing.
If the goal is zero excess for covered damage, choose optional full insurance (FDW) in the quote form rather than assuming that the no-deposit policy already provides that result.
What the full-insurance option changes — and what it does not
Optional full insurance (FDW) is available at +€12 per rental day and reduces the excess to zero for damage that is covered under the policy. It does not override the rental agreement or turn excluded uses into insured uses.
For example, off-road driving and excluded areas such as tyres, wheels or underside remain governed by the stated rental terms.
A better way to compare rental offers
Compare the full package: vehicle type, dates, mileage, second driver, child seat, CDW/FDW, deposit policy, pickup point, return point and any one-way charge. A low headline daily price can be less useful if important items are added later.
The direct quote is designed to put those booking-specific details together before confirmation.
What changes the final quote
The published starting rates help compare vehicle types, but the confirmed total depends on the exact dates, rental duration, vehicle type and transmission, availability, insurance choice, pickup/return locations and any special delivery or one-way logistics.
Basic insurance (CDW) is included. Optional full insurance (FDW) is +€12 per rental day and reduces the excess to zero for covered damage, subject to exclusions. No credit card is required and no rental security deposit is blocked. Any applicable delivery or one-way fee is confirmed with the quote.
For the most accurate quote, send:
- Pickup and return dates plus the real handover times.
- Exact pickup and return locations, including airport, port or accommodation name where relevant.
- The car type and transmission you need.
- Driver age and any second-driver requirement.
- Included insurance or optional full-insurance preference.
- Passenger count, large luggage count and any child-seat need.
- Flight or ferry information when it affects the handover.
Want a date-specific answer?
The public quote form does not require an account, card number or online payment.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a security deposit?
No rental security deposit is blocked on a credit card.
Does no deposit mean I have no liability?
No. Liability depends on the insurance option and whether the event is covered under the terms.
What insurance is included?
Basic CDW is included in the rental rate.
How much is FDW?
Optional FDW is +€12 per rental day.
What does zero excess under FDW mean?
It means zero excess for covered damage under the FDW terms; stated exclusions continue to apply.
Are tyres and wheels included under FDW?
Tyres and wheels are listed among exclusions, so do not assume they are covered by zero-excess wording.
Can I get the no-deposit policy at CHQ?
Yes, Chania Airport pickup can be requested with the same deposit policy.
Does a one-way rental require a deposit hold?
The no-deposit policy is separate from any one-way route fee. Route availability and fees are confirmed with the quote.
Do I need a card to submit the form?
No. The online quote form does not collect card details.
Where can I read the exclusions?
See the CDW vs FDW page and the rental terms before confirming.
Is no deposit the same as no card pre-authorisation?
A blocked card pre-authorisation is one form of security hold. ChaniaRental.com states that no rental security deposit is blocked on a credit card.
Does no deposit mean zero excess under CDW?
No. CDW may still have an excess. Optional FDW changes the excess for covered damage.
Which payment methods can I use?
You can pay by cash, debit card or credit card. A credit card is not required, and the payment method is separate from the no-deposit and insurance-excess policies.