A rental-car insurance label does not tell you the bill after a crash. Before paying, ask the rental company to show the collision deductible, excluded damage, loss-of-use charge and whether your home-country card policy is accepted in writing.
간단 요약
- Compare the deductible and excluded parts, not just the words “full cover.”
- VisitKOREA says renters may remain liable for loss of use after vehicle damage.
- Bring the required license documents and list every driver on the contract.
1. What does “excess” mean on a Korea rental car?
An excess (also called a deductible) is the amount you may have to pay toward covered damage under the rental contract. A damage waiver may reduce that amount, but it does not automatically cover tires, glass, underbody damage, single-vehicle accidents, unauthorized drivers or every other fee. The contract controls.
2. Does a credit-card policy replace the rental company cover?
Do not assume it does. Card benefits can require a specific payment method, a decline of the rental-company waiver, eligible vehicle classes, and a claim filed within a short window. A rental desk can still require its own product or deposit under the booking terms.
Save the card insurer’s Korea-specific benefit wording and ask the rental company whether it accepts that cover for your booking. A general card benefits page is not proof that this particular rental is protected.
3. What should foreign drivers confirm at pickup?
VisitKOREA says foreign renters need a valid International Driving Permit or a Korean-issued licence; the rental company sets its own age, experience and document checks. The same tourism guidance also warns that a renter can remain contractually liable for loss of use after damage.
Before signing, photograph the vehicle, record existing marks, check fuel and return terms, and make sure every person who may drive is named. Keep the signed agreement, inspection record and emergency number together.
5. Official sources
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✅ 결론
Ask for the maximum out-of-pocket amount in a single-vehicle accident, the rules for a second driver, and what happens if the vehicle cannot be rented during repairs.
FAQ — 자주 묻는 질문
Q1. Can I use an International Driving Permit in Korea?
VisitKOREA says a valid International Driving Permit may be used to rent a car, subject to the rental company’s requirements. Bring your passport and home licence too, and confirm document rules with the company before payment.
※ Checked October 1, 2026. Terms can change and vary by person, provider or transaction; confirm the current rule with the linked official source before acting.
