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ZERO DEPOSITNO CREDIT CARDPREMIUM INSURANCE
No Deposit Car Rental in Croatia
Skip the €1,500 deposit. Skip the credit card. Book with any debit card, get PREMIUM insurance included, and drive away in 5 minutes. That’s how car rental should work.
4.8\u2605 Google|4.7\u2605 Trustpilot|15,000+ rentals/year|12+ locations
Why We Don’t Charge a Deposit
Most car rental companies hold €1,000–€2,500 on your credit card "just in case." We think that’s broken. Here’s our approach.
Trust, Not Fear
Deposits exist because big rental chains don’t trust their customers. We’re a local Croatian company — we’ve built our business on relationships, not fear. If we treat you well, you’ll come back.
PREMIUM Insurance Covers It
Every no-deposit booking includes PREMIUM insurance with zero excess. That means you’re fully covered for damage, theft, and third-party liability. No need to hold your money hostage.
€60 vs €2,500 — You Do the Math
A flat €60 fee replaces the traditional deposit. No money frozen on your card, no waiting weeks for a refund, no overdraft surprises. Spend that €2,500 on your holiday instead.
Avax vs. Traditional Rental Companies
See why thousands choose Avax for car rental in Croatia
 Avax | Big Brands | |
|---|---|---|
| Security deposit | None — €0 | €1,000 – €2,500 |
| Credit card required | No — debit card OK | Mandatory |
| Insurance included | PREMIUM (zero excess) | Basic only |
| Card hold at pickup | None | €800 – €2,500 frozen |
| Hidden fees | None — price = final price | Common (fuel, young driver, etc.) |
Security deposit
Avax
None — €0
Big Brands
€1,000 – €2,500
Credit card required
Avax
No — debit card OK
Big Brands
Mandatory
Insurance included
Avax
PREMIUM (zero excess)
Big Brands
Basic only
Card hold at pickup
Avax
None
Big Brands
€800 – €2,500 frozen
Hidden fees
Avax
None — price = final price
Big Brands
Common (fuel, young driver, etc.)
How It Works — 4 Simple Steps
01
Toggle "No Credit Card"
On the search page, enable the "No Credit Card" toggle. Only eligible vehicles (Mini, Economy, Intermediate) appear.
02
PREMIUM insurance — auto-included
Zero excess coverage is pre-selected. No deductible, no surprise charges, no fine print.
03
Pay with any debit card
Pay the rental + €60 one-time fee online. Visa or Mastercard debit — that’s it. No credit card needed.
04
Pick up — zero deposit, 5 minutes
Show your licence, ID, and voucher. No card hold, no cash deposit. Drive away.
4.8★
Based on 1,000+ verified reviews
15,000+
Customers/year
Growing every season since 2016
12+
Locations
Airports & cities across Croatia
2016
Founded
Local, independent, family-run
What No-Deposit Customers Say
“Every other company in Split wanted a credit card and €1,500 deposit. Avax let me book with my debit card, and at pickup there was literally nothing to pay. Game changer.”
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Sarah K.
United Kingdom
“I don’t carry a credit card on holiday. Found Avax, booked online in 3 minutes, and the whole experience was smoother than any Hertz or Europcar I’ve used.”
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Thomas W.
Germany
“The €60 fee is nothing compared to having €2,000 frozen on your card for two weeks. Plus you get full PREMIUM insurance. Absolutely worth it.”
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Elena R.
Italy
Available at 12+ Locations
Pick up your no-deposit rental at any Avax location
Split Airport
SPU
Dubrovnik Airport
DBV
Zagreb Airport
ZAG
Zadar Airport
ZAD
Split Downtown
SPL
Dubrovnik Downtown
DUB
Zagreb Center
ZGC
Zadar Center
ZDC
Korčula
KOR
Vela Luka
VLK
Omiš
OMS
Korčula Port
KRP
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I rent a car in Croatia without a deposit?
Yes. Avax Rent a Car offers a zero-deposit option at all 12+ locations across Croatia. Select the "No Credit Card" toggle when booking. PREMIUM insurance is automatically included and no pre-authorisation hold is placed on your card.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Croatia?
Not with Avax. Most rental companies require a credit card for the security deposit (often €1,000–€2,500). Avax accepts standard Visa or Mastercard debit cards with the No Credit Card option. A one-time €60 Administration & Security Bundle replaces the traditional deposit.
How does the €60 fee compare to a traditional deposit?
Traditional deposits freeze €1,000–€2,500 on your credit card for the entire rental period (often released 2–4 weeks after return). With Avax, you pay a flat €60 fee — nothing is frozen on your card, ever. The fee also covers PREMIUM insurance with zero excess.
Which car categories are available without a deposit?
Mini, Economy, and Intermediate categories. These cover the most popular rental cars — ideal for city driving, airport transfers, and coastal road trips along the Adriatic.
Is the €60 fee refundable?
No. The €60 is a non-refundable Administration & Security Bundle fee. It covers manual booking processing and the priority setup of your Zero-Deposit Premium Insurance. Consider it the price of avoiding a €1,000+ frozen deposit.
Where can I pick up a no-deposit rental car?
All Avax locations: Split Airport (SPU), Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), Zagreb Airport (ZAG), Zadar Airport (ZAD), plus city offices in Split, Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Zadar, Korčula, Vela Luka, and Omiš.
Ready to Rent Without a Deposit?
Join 15,000+ travellers who chose Avax this year. No deposit, no credit card, PREMIUM insurance included. The way car rental should be.