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Permission questions
- Are gravel or unsealed roads allowed?
- Are named roads, islands, ferries or border crossings excluded?
- Are winter roads or snow-chain areas restricted?
Driving guide
Rental-Car Permission and Insurance Check
Vehicle capability is not rental permission. Before paying, verify the exact road-surface restrictions, ferry or border rules, winter-equipment terms, additional-driver requirements, deductible/excess and roadside-assistance scope in the contract for the booked vehicle and country.
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Vehicle capability is not rental permission. Before paying, verify the exact road-surface restrictions, ferry or border rules, winter-equipment terms, additional-driver requirements, deductible/excess and roadside-assistance scope in the contract for the booked vehicle and country.
02
Insurance questions
- What is the maximum excess/deductible?
- Are tires, glass, roof, underbody, water damage or towing treated differently?
- What situations void the waiver or coverage?
03
Operational questions
- What fuel or charging state is required on return?
- Who do you call after a breakdown or collision?
- What documentation is required before leaving the scene?
04
Decision rule
If a road matters to the trip, obtain written terms that cover that road category before pickup; do not infer permission from the vehicle's appearance.
Official references
Recheck what can change
Sources were reviewed on 2026-09-03. Current road, rental and access rules can change sooner.