Rental Terms & Conditions

Before you rent

These terms apply to airport, hotel, and residence delivery across Bangkok. Please read them carefully before confirming your booking.

1. Required Documents

Non-Thai renters — required at the time of car delivery:

  • Passport
  • Valid driving licence
  • International Driving Permit (IDP) — required only if your licence is not issued in Roman script
  • Work permit (for long-term rental, when applicable)

Thai renters — required at the time of car delivery:

  • Thai national ID card
  • Thai driving licence

A credit card is required — not to pay for the rental, but to place a refundable security deposit. The deposit is charged via a secure PayPal invoice issued individually to your email. See Payment Terms below.

2. Car Rental Conditions

  • Minimum 3 days rental for individual rental.
  • Minimum 1 year rental for corporate rental.
  • Minimum driver’s age: 25 years old.
  • All vehicles are subject to availability.
  • Rental extensions are subject to availability.

3. Rates Included

Your rental rate already includes:

  • 7% VAT
  • Unlimited mileage
  • 24-hour roadside assistance
  • First-class comprehensive insurance (all vehicles, all rentals)
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
  • Compulsory Third Party Insurance (CTP)

4. Rates Excluded

The following items are not included in the standard rate:

  • THB 3,000 excess per at-fault event (same for all vehicles). This is deducted from your security deposit.
  • Fuel usage (vehicle is supplied with full tank — please return at same level)

5. Payment Terms

The rental itself can be paid by cash, bank transfer, or credit card (credit card via PayPal, with a processing fee added).

  • Full payment at time of car delivery.
  • A refundable security deposit of THB 5,000 – THB 15,000 is required on every rental. The amount depends on the value of the vehicle and is confirmed before delivery.
  • The deposit is placed by credit card through a secure PayPal invoice, issued individually to your email address.
  • The deposit is fully refunded after the vehicle is returned undamaged.
  • For long-term rental: a 1-month prepaid deposit may also be required.

The security deposit covers any charges incurred during the rental — including the THB 3,000 excess, traffic fines, tolls, fuel shortfall, or damage — and the balance is refunded. If charges exceed the deposit, the difference is payable. Card details are never collected over WhatsApp, LINE, or email — only through the secure PayPal invoice.

How our secure PayPal payment works →

Insurance & Coverage

All Sawasdee Rent A Car vehicles are covered by first-class comprehensive insurance as part of the standard rate — accident damage, theft, and third-party liability. A flat THB 3,000 excess applies per at-fault event, the same for every vehicle, and is deducted from your security deposit.

Insurance & Coverage explained →

Vehicle Delivery

Delivery to airport, hotel, or residence in Bangkok can be arranged with prior notice. Some areas may have a surcharge depending on distance and time of delivery.

Fuel Policy

Vehicles are delivered with a certain fuel level (often full). Please return the vehicle with the same fuel level to avoid refueling charges.

Customer Responsibilities

  • Use the vehicle in accordance with Thai traffic laws.
  • Report accidents or damage immediately.
  • Do not allow unauthorized drivers to operate the vehicle.
  • Return the vehicle on the agreed date/time to avoid late fees.

Contact & Support

For questions about these terms, delivery arrangements, or corporate rental:

  • WhatsApp: +66 81 346 6888
  • LINE: @sawasdeecar
  • Email: sawasdeecar@gmail.com