Is CDW included in car rental in Italy?

Car rental insurance protects you from any liability that results in death, injury to others or any property damage that is caused while you are driving a rental car in Italy. In Italy, the law requires that you must carry certain types of insurances: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection.



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When renting a car in Italy you must purchase collision (CDW) and theft insurance. Declining this insurance is not an option and the price you are quoted will always include it. Sounds good except there's a catch: the insurance comes with a substantial deductible or excess, usually in the €1000 to €3000 range.

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In Italy, the collision damage waiver is highly recommended as it limits your liability for vehicle damage. Additionally, the theft waiver removes the driver's responsibility in case of the vehicle being stolen, although southern Italy is excluded.

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Car rental insurance protects you from any liability that results in death, injury to others or any property damage that is caused while you are driving a rental car in Italy. In Italy, the law requires that you must carry certain types of insurances: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection.

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In order to rent a car in Italy, you must be at least 21 years old. There are certain rental companies that allow drivers as young as 18 to rent a car in Italy as long as they have held their license for at least one year. Any driver under the age of 25 should expect to pay a young driver's surcharge.

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