Address:
Arrivals Hall, Belfast, XX, BT29 4ZY, United Kingdom
Phone:
44 2894 423 332
Hours of Operation:
Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM; Sat 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Holiday Hours:
2023
REST OF YEAR December
25 closed - closed
If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.
Cancellation Policy
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is optional
Damage Excess for groups P, A, B, C GBP 1200.00. Damage Excess for all other car groups GBP 1500.00. This can be reduced to zero for an additional fee. Price will vary depending on the size of vehicle and level of protection taken. Vehicle damage claims are subject to a £66 administration fee.
Theft Protection (TP) is optional
Customer is liable for the full amount of the Budget vehicle if Theft Protection (TP) is not taken. If TP is purchased, the renter's liability is reduced to UKL 1200.00 to UKL 1500.00 depending on car group rented.
Coverage for Damage to the Windscreen is available at a cost of GBP 2.50 per day to a maximum of GBP 25.00
Note: Budget reserves the right to charge the credit card deposit equal to the excess amount at the time of rental.If you require additional insurance coverage you may purchase locally to reduce/remove the insurance excess. Just ask at the Budget rental desk when you collect your car.
Global insurance coverages are always subject to change. Please verify at time of rental.
What payment cards do you accept?
We accept:
We don’t accept Maestro cards, Cirrus cards, JCB cards, any pre-paid cards – even if they carry the Visa or MasterCard logo – or any other cards not listed above.
We do not accept Digital Payment Cards.
Can I pay by cash?
No, regrettably, we are not able to accept cash.
Can I get a refund when I have prepaid?
Where you pre-pay in advance, there will be no refund of the prepaid amount if the final cost of the car rental is less than the prepaid voucher (e.g. for unused days, where you decide to return the car early).
If you return any optional products early and, as a result, your rental no longer meets the requirements for a special offer, you will lose the benefit of that special offer. This may result in a higher overall charge for such products.
What happens if I am late in making payment?
If you are late in paying us, interest will be calculated at 4% per year above the base lending rate of National Westminster Bank PLC from time to time.
Visa and MasterCard debit cards are accepted. We do not accept any pre-paid card even if they carry the Visa or MasterCard logo.
All drivers must present a full, valid and endorsement free driving licence which has been held for at least 2 years.
Each driver must show photographic proof of identity at the start of the rental.
Customers with a new Photocard Driver's Licence must produce both the Photocard and its paper counterpart.
If your licence was issued outside the European Community you must provide an International Driving Licence.
Additional drivers must meet the same requirements as the primary driver. Additional Driver fees may apply for all additional drivers. Check at the time of rental for complete details.
London Congestion Charge
Basic Details - 10.00 UKL per day if if paid by midnight on day of travel or 12.00 UKL if paid by midnight the following day (VAT exempt) for vehicles within the zone described below. Vehicles are charged Monday-Friday, 0700 - 1800, except on Public Holidays. Once the fee has been paid, renters can enter or leave the Zone as many times as they desired on that day.
Zone - Bordered by the Inner Ring Road; i.e. Marylebone Rd, Euston Rd, Pentonville Rd, City Rd, Great Eastern St., Commercial St., Tower Bridge Rd., New Kent Rd., Kennington Lane, Vauxhall Bridge Rd., Grosvenor Place, Park Lane, Chelsea Embankment, Cheyne Walk, Edith Grove, Redclife Gardens, Earls Court Road, Pembroke Road, Old Brompton, Warwick Gardens, Addison Road, Holland Road, West Cross Route, Westway A40, Eastbourne Terace, Praed Street, Old Marylebone Road, Edgware Rd and the areas of Bayswater, Notting Hill, North & South Kensington, High Street Kensington, Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Belgravis and Pimlico. There is no charge for using the Inner Ring Road itself.
Operation & Budget Responsibilities - The fee should be quoted if the customer is renting in London, particularly in the Zone area (see above) or indicates that he/she will be visiting London. A network of fixed & mobile cameras will photograph registration plates & compare them to a database of vehicles for which permits have been purchased.
Customer Responsibilities - Customer must purchase permits for additional rental days. Customer will be liable for any penalties. There are over 200 locations within the zone which will accept payment (gas stations, post offices, convenience stores & machines in car parks). Customer has until 2200 on the day of travel to pay. Charge increases to 10 UKL between 2200-midnight. If a vehicle is unavailable for collection or cannot be accepted on delivery, additional permit charges will be charged to the rental agreement.
Congestion Charge Penalties - Failure to purchase a permit will result in a penalty of 130 UKL. Additional Information For further details, customers may contact the Transport for London: 0207 9414500 or see their website: http://www.tfl.gov.uk
How old do I need to be to rent a vehicle?
To drive our vehicles, you and all of your drivers need to be at least 23 years old and have held a full, valid driving licence for at least 1 year at the start of your rental for cars and 2 years for vans. In Northern Ireland, you must hold a full, valid licence for at least 3 years. A higher minimum age limit may apply to certain vehicles.
How do I know if there are minimum age restrictions on my rental?
When you book, you will be told if there are any minimum age restrictions for the vehicle you request. If you are not sure, please check your booking confirmation email or call the reservation team.
I'm under 25, do I need to pay a young driver surcharge?
If you or any of your drivers are under 25 when you pick up the vehicle, you will each have to pay a young driver surcharge. The cost for this will be £40.00 per day.
If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Are there any maximum age restrictions?
Some of our locations have a maximum age restriction on their insurance policy. Anyone over the age of 75 you will need to contact us to make your booking. The maximum age limit in Jersey is 80 years old. In the Shetlands and Isle of Man the maximum age is 78.
I'm over 75, do I need to provide extra information or pay a senior driver surcharge?
If you or any of your drivers are over 75 on the day you return the vehicle, you will need to advise us prior to pickup up your vehicle. At some locations, we will seek approval to rent from our insurer.
In Northern Ireland, for any customers that are aged 75 years and over, we would require the following:
Estimated total includes base rate, taxes, and surcharges. Items such as coupon discounts, child safety seats and gas are NOT included in the estimated total. Optional coverages and one-way fees are subject to tax in certain locations. This tax is not reflected in the Estimated Total.
Estimated total is subject to change based upon exchange rates at the time of rental.
Fuel and hybrid vehicles
Should I bring the vehicle back with a full tank of fuel?
Yes if you are renting within the UK Mainland. The vehicle will normally be supplied with a full tank of fuel. You must return it to us with the same amount of fuel it had in it when you picked it up - usually a full tank - as shown on the factory-installed fuel gauge. We recommend you fill up as close to the return location as you can on the return date, and keep the receipt to show us. If you don't return the vehicle with a full tank - and you can't show us a receipt for fuel - we will charge you.
In Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man we have different requirements regarding fuel. In Jersey and Guernsey, you must return the vehicle to us with the same amount of fuel it had in it when you picked it up, which is usually a quarter full tank. In the Isle of Man, the vehicle will usually be provided with sufficient fuel to reach a fuelling station, you should return the vehicle with an similar amount of fuel in the tank. We will charge you where the fuel tank of the vehicle, as shown on the factory-installed fuel gauge, is less than these amounts.
Fuel Options
I plan to travel more than 75 miles and want peace of mind; do you have a fuel option for me?
Yes, with Fuel Up Front you pay for a full tank of fuel, based on the manufacturer's stated fuel tank capacity for your vehicle plus our costs of refuelling the vehicle for you. Then you just return the vehicle with whatever's left in the tank (even if it's virtually empty) so long as the engine still runs.
How do I calculate the cost of Fuel Up Front?
Fuel Up Front is charged at the average fuel price for the UK at the start of your rental period as stated on this EU fuel index: http://ec.europa.eu/energy/observatory/oil/bulletin_en.htm. However, you don't get a refund for any fuel you don't use.
Can I get Fuel up Front at any time?
No, if you want to take advantage of Fuel Up Front, you must ask for it during the booking process or when you pick up the vehicle.
I plan to travel less than 76 miles; do I still need to fill up?
Yes, often the fuel gauges still looks "full", so we ask you to fill up the tank near the return location and show us a copy of the receipt. If you don't have time to fill up the tank, or can't show us a receipt, we will apply EZ Fuel to cover our costs of refuelling the vehicle for you.
How much is EZ Fuel?
Depending on where you're renting, you pay a fixed fee of between £14.40 and £16.70
What are my options if I don't return the vehicle full and haven't bought Fuel up Front?
Pay on Return will apply if you have driven more than 75 miles and:
How do I calculate the cost of Pay on Return?
You pay for fuel based on the factory-installed fuel gauge rounded down to the nearest eighth (1/8) of a tank. This is based on the manufacturer¿s stated fuel tank capacity.
We charge between 1.5 and three times the average fuel price at the end of the rental period for the United Kingdom as stated on this EU fuel index. The price per litre will be stated on your rental agreement. .This charge covers our cost of driving to the nearest petrol station at short notice, and potentially delaying the next customer's rental.
The price per litre will be stated on your rental agreement plus a processing fee of 27.59 Euro.This charge covers our cost of driving to the nearest petrol station at short notice, and potentially delaying the next customers rental.
Electric Vehicles
How much battery charge should I return an electric vehicle with?
You must return the vehicle with at least a 70% battery charge, or the same % battery charge as it had at time of pick up.
What am I charged if I fail to return an electric vehicle with the required 70% battery charge, or the same % battery charge as it had at time of pick up?
We charge a fixed amount dependent on the battery life showing on the factory-installed battery gauge. This is the Pay on Return rate. The amounts charged are set below:
Battery Charge | Fixed cost (inclusive of VAT) |
If you return the electric vehicle with 70% or more battery charge. | No Cost |
If you return the electric vehicle with between 11%-69% battery charge. | UKL 21.73 |
If you return the electric vehicle with 10% or less battery charge. | UKL 38.36 |
The amount of the pre-authorisation taken on pick-up of the rental vehicle is calculated as follows:
Can I let anyone else drive?
Yes, but only if we have approved them. You must not let anyone else drive the vehicle.
We charge a fee for every Additional Driver we allow to drive the vehicle. The price depends is £12.99 per day, per driver.
If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
All additional drivers must meet our age, driving licence and ID requirements.
If any additional driver is outside of our age restrictions, we will also charge a driver surcharge.
Can I pick up the vehicle outside your normal opening hours?
No, unfortunately we are unable to offer an out of hour's pick-up service at this time.
My rental has a mileage allowance. I have driven more than the allowance, how much will I pay for excess mileage
Many of our vehicles are provided with unlimited mileage. If a mileage allowance applies, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If you go over the mileage allowance, the price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to cost between 12 pence and 21 pence for every mile you've driven over the allowance. Your excess mileage charge will be stated on your rental agreement.
Can I smoke in the vehicle?
No, it is against the law to smoke in public places within the United Kingdom. The vehicle is considered a public place, so you are not allowed to smoke in it. If we believe anyone has smoked in the vehicle during the rental period, a specialist cleaning charge will apply.
Are there any roads or zones where I need to pay a fee before I can enter?
Yes, certain areas, such as the centre of London, have congestion charging zones meaning you need to pay a fee if you wish to drive in certain areas, on certain days and during certain times. In addition, there are toll roads and toll bridges which require you to pay a fee if you wish to use them. If you do not pay these charges before you enter such areas or use such roads or bridges, you will incur a fine.
We recommend you check the Internet to find out about any restricted areas before you travel. Websites such as www.urbanaccessregulations.eu provide useful information. If the rental location is in or near a restricted area, we will tell you about it when you pick up the vehicle. We are unable to tell you about any other restricted areas.
I have been caught speeding, and didn't pay a parking charge, what will I have to pay?
You are responsible for all fines and charges issued as a result of you or your additional drivers using the vehicle. Fines and charges could include:
If a fine or charge is sent to us because you haven't paid a charge or complied with the law, we will take payment for:
I've left the interior of the vehicle very dirty and made it smell. Will I be charged to clean it?
Yes, if the interior of the vehicle is especially muddy, dirty, stained, or smelly, and our standard cleaning procedure will not fix it, you will be charged a Specialist Cleaning Charge of between £14 and £75.00.
What happens if I break down because of a mechanical failure?
All our vehicles are maintained to the manufacturer's standards, and they're roadworthy when you pick them up so mechanical failure in our vehicles is rare. So long as you're using the vehicle in a country we've agreed to, we provide roadside assistance or recovery free of charge. You can only use our roadside assistance provider to help you. You'll find their contact details inside the vehicle.
What happens if I break down because of a non-mechanical failure or in another country?
You must tell us if you break down or have an accident. If you need roadside assistance, we will arrange this for you but you will have to pay for it. You will also be charged for any costs we incur getting the vehicle back on the road in the country of rental. This may include, but is not limited to:
What products do you have to protect me if I break down because of a non-mechanical problem?
Roadside Assistance Plus provides roadside assistance if you break down as a result of…
Provided you are using the vehicle in a country we have agreed to. You will only need to pay for the costs of any additional items needed to get the vehicle back on the road – like fuel, electricity or tyres.
How much does Roadside Assistance Plus cost?
The price will depend on where you're renting – but you can expect it to be between £4.31 and £5.00 a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
What happens if I don't return the incident report form or European accident form?
If you are involved in an accident, or the vehicle, keys, any accessories, any vehicle documents or any optional extras are damaged, lost or stolen; you must complete and return an incident report form and if available, the European accident report form.
Can I pick up the vehicle from one rental location and return it to another?
Yes, some rental locations let you collect the vehicle and any optional extras from one rental location and return them to another.
How much is the One Way fee?
The price depends on the rental location. If you want to pick up the vehicle and return it to a different location in the same country, you can expect it to be between £20.00 and £70.00. If you want to pick up the vehicle in the UK Mainland and drop it off in another country, you can expect it to be between £700 and £4,000.
How do I get a One Way rental?
You can request a one-way rental when you book, or you can ask for it when you get to the rental location.
If you asked for a one-way rental when you booked, the fee will be included in your rental price.
How much will it cost if I did not request a One Way rental but return the vehicle to a different location?
You will be charged a one-way fee at the pay at location prices available on the day you return the vehicle.
How much is the pre-authorisation?
The amount of the pre-authorisation is calculated based on:
If you have selected our Pay Now option, when booking, the sum you have paid will be deducted from the pre-authorisation value.
If you'd like more details, please call the Reservations team or ask a member of our team.
The prices we give you for optional extras when you book will generally be the price you will pay. Exchange rates or other reasons beyond our control may alter prices.
Budget Travel Partner
I'm not familiar with the country I am travelling to; do you offer travel assistance and support
Customers with disabilities
I have a disability, do you offer adapted vehicles?
Yes, specially adapted vehicles are available at some of our rental locations. Please contact the location for more information.
I have a disability, do you offer hand controls?
Yes, we offer hand controls which are suitable if you have good use of your upper body, including hands and fingers. Hand controls include a hand-operated brake, accelerator controls, a steering ball and panoramic mirrors are also available. If you need them, they're completely free of charge.
To use hand controls, you will need to book an automatic vehicle. Please give the location at least 48 hours notice if you need hand controls or panoramic mirrors fitted to the vehicle.
Popular optional extras to rent
I have small children, do you offer child seats?
Yes, we offer baby, infant, child and full backed booster seats. A baby seat is typically suitable for a child from birth to 12 months old and weighing no more than 13 kilos. An infant seat is typically suitable for a child aged 9 months to 4 years old and weighing between 9 and 18 kilos. A child seat is typically suitable for a child aged 4 to 11 years old and weighing between 15 and 36 kilos. A booster seat is typically suitable for a child aged 8 to 11 years old and weighing between 20 and 45 kilos.
In some rental locations, we may arrange for a third party to fit the seat for you. But remember, it is always your responsibility to check the seat is fitted correctly before you drive away.
Please note: In the United Kingdom all children must normally use a child car seat until they're 12 years old or 135cm tall.
How much are your child seats?
The fee for renting a seat £11.99 a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 7 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 7 days and get to use the seat for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
If the seat is damaged, lost or stolen, you will have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost between £60.00 and £90.00 on top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
I'm not familiar with the area; can I rent a GPS (satellite navigation system)?
Travel Companion Tablet - This provides a GPS service as well as other useful features you may need when travelling. - The fee for hiring Travel Companion Tablet is between £9.99 and £14.99 per day depending on features activated. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get to use the device for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days. If the Travel Companion Tablet is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from £300.00 on top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you.
Please note: In some countries, it is against the law to use a GPS that tells you where speed cameras are. If you plan to travel outside of the United Kingdom you should check to see whether you can use our GPS as it will give you speed information.
Do you offer an audio tour guide service on your GPS?
No, unfortunately we do not offer an audio tour guide service at this time.
I want to be able to access the internet anywhere I go, do you offer a solution?
If the Travel Companion Tablet is damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from £300.00 on top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you. If any Travel Companion Tablet accessories are damaged, lost or stolen, you'll have to pay for a replacement. This is likely to cost from £2.00 to £10.00 on top of the hire fee. If you can show the damage or loss was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund this cost to you. Please note: In many countries, including the United Kingdom, it is illegal to drive while using a handheld mobile phone, tablet or other communications device. It is your responsibility to drive safely and according to the laws of the country you're driving in.
I'm intending to drive along toll roads; do you offer a device to make this quicker and easier for me?
No, unfortunately we do not offer any electronic toll charging devices at this time.
Winter equipment to rent
I'm concerned about the road conditions, do you offer all-weather tyres?
No, unfortunately we do not offer all weather tyres at this time.
I'm going skiing, do you offer snow chains?
No, unfortunately we do not offer snow chains at this time.
I'm have brought my own skis with me, do you rent ski racks?
No, unfortunately we do not offer ski racks at this time.
I've left my hands-free kit behind, do you rent them?
No, unfortunately we do not offer hands-free kits at this time.
I'm moving items, do you rent blankets?
No, unfortunately we do not offer blankets at this time.
I'm moving items, do you rent trolleys?Yes, the fee for enting a sack trolley is £8.99 a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you'll only be charged for a maximum of 10 days and get to use the sack trolley for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Optional extras available to buy
I've left my USB charger behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell USB charges at this time.
I've left my mobile charger behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell mobile charges at this time.
I want to charge my device in the car, do you sell car chargers?
No, unfortunately we do not sell car charges at this time.
I've left my iPhone 5 cable behind, do you sell them?
No, unfortunately we do not sell iPhone 5 cables at this time.
I want to keep the vehicle for longer, what should I do?
If you want to extend the rental please contact us as soon as possible. At the latest, this should be before the end date and time on your rental agreement. Extra days will be charged at pay at location prices.
What happens if I don't extend the rental?
If you fail to extend your rental and are late returning the vehicle, we will charge you for an extra days rental plus a late return administration fee for each day or part of a day until the vehicle is returned.
The late return administration fee is £12.00
What countries am I allowed to take the vehicle to?
You are only allowed to use the vehicle in the following countries:
Can I buy a product to allow me to drive in other countries?
No. With effect from 14th July 2022 we have stopped selling continental cover, meaning that it's no longer possible to take our vehicles outside of the UK. We'll honor cover for any reservations made prior to 14th July 2022, but are unable to offer it to any reservations booked from 15th July 2022 onwards.