After the MIA Mover drops you at the Rental Car Center, the next question is payment: will a debit card work? The answer is often yes—with conditions you should prepare for before you land. A little planning keeps your pickup as smooth as your first merge onto SR‑112.
Start by choosing an offer that permits debit at pickup. When you confirm your car rental, read the payment terms displayed on your booking. Many counters accept debit for standard categories if you meet age requirements, present a return flight, and pass identity or credit screening. Premium or specialty classes may require a credit card. UK readers searching for car hire should expect identical rules at MIA.
What to bring and expect at MIA
Bring the same debit card used to book, government ID (passport for international visitors), and proof of return travel. Expect a refundable security hold higher than typical credit holds. Adding extras—toll programs, one‑way returns, child seats—can adjust the hold. If another driver will share the wheel, add them at the counter; young additional drivers may trigger separate surcharges.
Smart ways to avoid surprises
Check your voucher details before boarding the MIA Mover. If your preferred vehicle class is restricted for debit, ask whether switching to a standard class clears the policy. Traveling with family? A spacious option such as a minivan at MIA keeps luggage tidy without stepping into premium categories. If you prefer a specific service experience, compare locations like the Hertz counter or Avis desk while weighing total cost and the expected deposit hold.
Returning the vehicle and releasing the hold
Plan to return during business hours so the final invoice posts quickly. Keep fuel and condition photos at pickup and drop‑off. If you used electronic tolls, expect those charges to appear shortly after return. Holds release through your bank’s timelines; keeping documentation handy speeds up any follow‑up.
- Bring a backup payment method if possible.
- Budget for a larger hold and potential young‑driver surcharges.
- Keep all receipts and photos until the deposit clears.
Why book with Hola Car Rentals
Hola Car Rentals provides clear, pre‑purchase payment policies, All‑Inclusive+ Rate with maximum coverage, and Free Cancellation up to 48 hours before pick‑up. Choose confidently and drive out of MIA with the payment option that fits your trip.
Ready to roll? Reserve with Hola Car Rentals and make your debit‑only pickup simple and predictable.
