Make a Reservation

Before rent

Do I need my driver’s license to make a reservation?

When making a reservation, you don’t need to write your driver’s licence number nor information, but you do need to have a valid driver’s licence with you to pick up your selected vehicle.

How old do I need to be to rent from FAM?

If you are 18 years old you can both rent and drive our vehicles, but keep in mind that those under 23 need to pay an additional young drivers fees applicable to all young drivers stated in the contract.
During pick up you need to present a valid driver’s licence, additionally drivers licences that aren’t in Latin script, for example Chinese, Japanese or Cyrillic script, need to be accompanied by an international driver’s licence.

Do I need to own a credit card to make a reservation?

Yes, during vehicle reservation, your credit card is validated. A valid credit card is the basis of every vehicle rent, and in this way, we only verify its authenticity. Your credit card will not be charged during this validation.

Can I use my credit card to make a reservation for another person?

You can, however keep in mind that the person signing the contract needs to be the card holder of a valid credit card.

Which credit cards do you accept?

We accept all credit card: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners.
Note: we do not accept prepaid or electron cards, travel cards, nor Visa Electron or Maestro

Is my credit card charged during reservation?

No, during reservation we only verify its authenticity.

Can I pick a specific car model?

Although we do try to keep every clients wish in mind, sadly we cannot guarantee a specific model, only the selected car category.

What category of vehicles can I Reserve?

Please check this under “Vehicles” section.

Can I reserve a vehicle with a diesel engine?

Yes, you can, and you can do so by choosing the option “Diesel engine request” during additional equipment selection.
Keep in mind that in such a case an addition fee is charged.

Can I pick up my reservation in locations other than your offices?

We do offer such a service; however, it needs to be agreed upon 48 hours before vehicle pick up, and it is charged per our additional services price list.

If I have issues during the reservation process, who can I contact?

You can always contact our customer support or one of our offices. You can find the contact info under the Contacts Section.

Do I need to reserve additional equipment before the vehicle pickup?

To be certain that the desired equipment will be available during pick up, we advise you to reserve it during the vehicle reservation process. However, according to availability you can also request it in our offices.

What additional equipment can I select during the reservation process or at the vehicle pickup itself?

In our selection, we offer, GPS (satellite),WI-FI, child seat/booster, tyre chains etc.

Can I use the rented vehicle outside of Hungary?

As our customer, you have the freedom to use the vehicle inside Hungary, as well as other countries. However, in the case that you plan to use our vehicle outside the borders of Hungary a special fee is charged.

Can the rented vehicle be transported via ferry?

All our customers have freedom of movement with their rental. However, a special fee is charged in such a case.

Is there a limit on the mileage done during the rent period?

Our regular offer does not have a limit on the mileage done. In case of special offers the limit on the mileage is always clearly stated.

Is there a maximum vehicle rent period?

The maximum rent period is 30 days. However, in case of a need for a longer rent period than the one designated here, please contact our Customer support.

What is the minimum amount of time I can rent a vehicle for?

Our vehicles can be used for a couple of hours per your desires, however the minimum amount charged is always 24 hours. Pick up, and drop off time is always selected during the reservation process.

Can the rented vehicle be dropped off at a location other than the pick up one?

Yes, FAM offers such a service. You can pick up a vehicle at one office and return it to another. You can check the office list, as well as select the pickup and drop off location during the reservation process. The cost of this service („One way service“) will be calculated and added to the cost of the rental during the reservation.

Can drop off be agreed upon for a city which does not have your office or even outside of Hungary?

Per our desire to offer our clients even greater flexibility, we have made this possible by creating custom offers (according to drop of location).

Does the reservation need to have the exact pick up time?

During the reservation process, you need to state the exact pick up time. However, you can change the pickup time up until 12 hours before vehicle pick up.
Note: in case of late arrivals, we hold the right not to release the vehicle.

Can pick up and drop off be selected outside the working hours of the office?

Yes, however in case of pick up and drop off outside the offices working hours a special fee is charged that is stated during the reservation process. You can check the working hours of every office under the Contacts section.

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    Our colleagues are available if you have any problems, but the information below will help you.

  • Before rent Before rent

    The information below should help you make your booking.

  • During rent During rent

    Information on questions you may have when booking.

  • Reservation Reservation

    Information on questions you may have when booking.

  • Pickup Pickup

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  • Vehicle return Vehicle return

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