Does everyone get approved for Zipcar?

Most people are approved instantly and can book a trip within minutes, but if there’s a reason for delay, we’ll email you. As soon as you’re approved, you can book Zipcars by the hour or day and use our app to unlock and lock during your trip.

Do you need good credit for Zipcar?

Companies such as Zipcar will allow you to rent their cars, at a higher daily fee, without a deposit. They will also run a credit check, but they may not be as strict with credit requirements as some traditional rental agencies, and, for anyone coming out of bankruptcy, that’s a plus.

How long does it take to get approved for Zipcar?

While most applicants are approved in just a few minutes and can book and drive a Zipcar instantly, there are few exceptions where members must first wait to receive their Zipcard before they can begin driving: Members reopening an existing account. Members joining through a business plan.

Can you get a Zipcar without a membership?

Membership may be denied or terminated at Zipcar’s sole discretion. Applicants must be 21 years or older to be eligible for membership, with some exceptions: Applicants may be 18 years or older if applying with a college or university partnered with Zipcar.

Can someone else drive my Zipcar?

Other members can drive a Zipcar that you reserve if they are on your family plan or account, but if a member on a different account is driving a Zipcar that you reserve, we ask that you be along for the ride.

Why is Zipcar application rejected?

Reason for rejection is: We are sorry to inform you that your application to Zipcar was denied for the following reason: — Your driving record does not meet our insurance requirements at this time. You are welcome to apply again once your driving record meets our insurance requirements.

What are the requirements to become a Zipcar member?

Applicants must be 21 years or older to be eligible for membership, with some exceptions: Applicants may be 18 years or older if applying with a college or university partnered with Zipcar Driver’s license requirements: Licenses must be valid, unexpired, and government-issued

What happens if a Zipcar member account is past due?

Members are billed for amounts due via credit or debit card or other means as established by Zipcar. Any Member account which is past due will be suspended; however, any reservations booked in advance shall still be charged to the Member if not timely cancelled by the Member.

Can I get a refund for my Zipcar application fee?

Such fees (if applicable) are not refundable, regardless of whether or not the application is accepted by Zipcar or a Member’s membership terminates and new verification/application fees may be payable if a new membership application is resubmitted more than thirty (30) days after a Member’s account with Zipcar is closed.

Does Zipcar look at your driving record?

Zipcar may review your driving record. If there are incidents or violations on your record, Zipcar may deny or terminate your membership. Operating to endanger, reckless driving, etc.