SIXT is listed as a traditional rental company in this U.S. policy directory. Amounts shown here are conditional research findings, not a quote for every location.
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Before you rely on a policy
Amounts and eligibility can change by branch, vehicle, card, and booking. A pending hold is different from a settled charge.
Policy evidence at a glance
| Policy point | Applies when | Amount / status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard car +$200 US zoneverified scoped | Location group: other US; Vehicle: standard | $200 extra hold | Official policy ↗ |
| Standard car +$300 US zoneverified scoped | Location group: non airport selected states; Vehicle: standard; Pickup: off airport; States: TX, CO, LA, MN, IL, IN | $300 extra hold | Official policy ↗ |
| premium_suv_7plus authorization other_USverified scoped | Vehicle: premium suv 7plus; Location group: other US; Payment: credit | Maximum of $500 or rental amount + $200 | Official policy ↗ |
| premium_suv_7plus authorization non_airport_selected_statesverified scoped | Vehicle: premium suv 7plus; Location group: non airport selected states; Payment: credit; Pickup: off airport; States: TX, CO, LA, MN, IL, IN | Maximum of $500 or rental amount + $300 | Official policy ↗ |
| sports_luxury authorization other_USverified scoped | Vehicle: sports luxury; Location group: other US; Payment: credit | Maximum of $2,500 or rental amount + $200 | Official policy ↗ |
| sports_luxury authorization non_airport_selected_statesverified scoped | Vehicle: sports luxury; Location group: non airport selected states; Payment: credit; Pickup: off airport; States: TX, CO, LA, MN, IL, IN | Maximum of $2,500 or rental amount + $300 | Official policy ↗ |
| Card issuer controls deposit releaseverified scoped | See official policy | Up to 28 days | Official policy ↗ |
| Official USA page and general deposit page disagreesource conflict | See official policy | Policy conflict — confirm | Official policy ↗ |
| SIXT additional driver requires booking and license checkverified scoped | Market: US; Booking: additional driver | Confirm with location | Official policy ↗ |
Topic coverage status
| Topic | Current research status |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit | Documented examples |
| Debit Card Policy | Documented examples |
| Insurance Coverage | Branch terms needed |
| Additional Fees | Branch terms needed |
| Young Driver Fees | Branch terms needed |
| Additional Driver Policy | Documented examples |
| Tolls and Fuel | Branch terms needed |
| Cancellation and Refunds | Documented examples |
| Billing Disputes | Branch terms needed |
A documented example does not mean every U.S. branch has the same rule. A missing example means we cannot responsibly quote a national amount.
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Before you book or pick up
- Read the exact location terms, including any franchise or local-renter rule.
- Compare the quoted rental charge with any separate authorization hold.
- Confirm insurance and optional extras before signing.
- Keep the final receipt and return documentation if a charge is disputed.
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Official sources
- USA-specific rental deposits ↗ www.sixt.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
- Generic deposits guidance (has USA discrepancies) ↗ www.sixt.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
- SIXT adding an additional driver ↗ www.sixt.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
Research checked 2026-11-02. Pickup terms and signed agreements can change. Verify your booking details before paying.
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