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How to Confirm 100% Casco in Your Georgia Rental Before You Drive Off (Pickup Checklist)

Pickup checklist to confirm 100% Casco in your Georgia rental contract, dates, vehicle, deposit rules, exclusions, and claims process.

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To confirm full Casco rental Georgia coverage, find “100% Casco” in writing on your booking confirmation, voucher, or contract for your exact rental dates, vehicle, and pickup point. Then repeat the same Casco verification during vehicle handover before you accept the keys.

What you need before pickup (save time + avoid wording traps)

Before a Georgia car rental pickup in Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, or at airport pickup, prepare a simple document check. The goal is not to read every legal clause at the counter under pressure. The goal is to arrive knowing exactly where full Casco insurance should appear and what wording would weaken it.

Bring or save:

  • Your booking confirmation and booking voucher wording, preferably offline on your phone.
  • The full voucher/contract wording if it was sent before pickup.
  • Your rental dates and exact pickup/return times.
  • The named pickup point: airport, hotel, office, or custom delivery address.
  • The vehicle details you booked: model, plate if already assigned, or written confirmation if the exact vehicle is assigned later.
  • Any page mentioning CDW, LDW, full Casco insurance, 100% Casco, security deposit, deductible, exclusions, and claims process.
  • A phone with camera and storage for handover photos and videos.
  • Your driver’s license, ID/passport, and payment method used for the booking.

With WeRent, car rental in Georgia starts from €27/day, with 100% Casco included, a zero deposit policy, 24/7 support and assistance, and delivery to your chosen pickup point. Still, you should verify the wording on your own documents before driving away. A clear document trail protects you if there is confusion later.

Fast checklist: what “good” looks like

Item to check Acceptable wording/sign Red flag
Insurance line “100% Casco” or “full Casco insurance” tied to your rental “Casco available,” “basic coverage,” or only CDW/LDW
Dates Matches your full rental period, including pickup and return times Coverage dates shorter than the rental dates
Vehicle Matches the exact car at handover, plate/VIN if shown Only “similar car” with no updated contract
Pickup point Matches Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, airport pickup, hotel, or delivery address Contract still shows a different location
Cost risk No deductible and no separate security deposit if zero deposit was promised Deductible, blocked amount, or pay-first rule appears at pickup
Claims steps Written instructions for damage, theft vandalism, police/reporting, and support “Discuss with office later” with no process

Step 1: Check your voucher/booking for the exact “100% Casco” wording

Time: 5–10 minutes before pickupCost: €0

Start with the document that proves the rental exists: the booking confirmation, voucher, or preliminary contract. Search the document for “100% Casco,” “full Casco insurance,” “Casco,” “CDW,” “LDW,” “deductible,” and “deposit.”

Where exactly should I see “100% Casco” in my Georgia car rental documents?

You should see “100% Casco” in at least one of these places:

  1. The insurance or coverage section of the booking confirmation.
  2. The voucher/contract wording under included services.
  3. The payment summary or rental conditions page.
  4. The final contract signed during vehicle handover.

The strongest version is a line that connects the coverage to the whole booking, not a marketing note separate from the contract. For example: “Insurance included: 100% Casco for rental period [dates] for vehicle [model/plate].”

What wording proves it’s full Casco (not partial coverage or a waiver)?

Look for wording that states the insurance itself, not only a waiver. Strong wording includes:

  • “100% Casco included.”
  • “Full Casco insurance included.”
  • “No deductible under 100% Casco, subject to listed exclusions.”
  • “100% Casco applies for the full rental period.”

Weaker wording includes:

  • “Casco included” without saying 100%.
  • “Basic insurance included.”
  • “CDW included” or “LDW included” with no full Casco statement.
  • “Damage waiver” without explaining remaining driver responsibility.
  • “Coverage available at pickup,” which may mean it is optional or paid separately.

CDW and LDW can be useful terms, but they are not automatically the same as 100% Casco. CDW usually refers to collision damage limitation; LDW usually refers to loss/damage waiver language. Your task is to confirm whether those terms are part of full 100% Casco or only partial protection.

Step 2: Verify the coverage matches your exact rental period (dates + times)

Time: 3–5 minutesCost: €0

Insurance wording is only useful if it applies to the same rental period as your booking. Compare the coverage line against your pickup date, pickup time, return date, and return time.

How do I confirm the Casco applies to my exact rental dates and pickup period?

Use this three-point check:

  1. Start: The 100% Casco coverage must begin no later than the time you receive the car.
  2. End: The coverage must continue until the agreed return time.
  3. Continuity: There should be no gap if your pickup time changes because of flight delay, delivery timing, or a revised handover appointment.

Example: if your rental dates are 10 May 14:00 to 17 May 14:00, the insurance line should not show 11 May start or 16 May end. If you extend the rental, ask for updated voucher/contract wording that confirms 100% Casco for the new dates and times.

This matters most for airport pickup and late-night handovers. If your flight lands in Tbilisi, Batumi, or Kutaisi after midnight, confirm which calendar date the contract uses and whether coverage starts at actual handover.

Step 3: Confirm it covers the specific pickup point and vehicle (not “category” or “available”)

Time: 5 minutes before signing, plus 2 minutes at handoverCost: €0 unless a location change creates a separate delivery fee disclosed by the provider

Your documents should match the pickup point and the car you actually receive. This is especially important when you book delivery to a hotel, apartment, office, or airport.

Check these fields:

  • City: Tbilisi, Batumi, or Kutaisi.
  • Exact pickup point: airport terminal area, hotel name, address, or agreed meeting location.
  • Vehicle make/model.
  • Registration plate once assigned.
  • Fuel policy and return point, if shown.

A booking may initially show a vehicle category because the exact plate is assigned later. That is common. But at vehicle handover, the final contract should identify the exact vehicle. If the car changes, the coverage wording should follow the replacement vehicle.

Do not accept “the system knows” as your only proof. Ask for the contract or handover sheet to show the vehicle details and 100% Casco together.

Step 4: Screen for partial-coverage signals (exclusions, deductible, pay-first rule)

Time: 10–15 minutes if the wording is new to youCost: €0 to review; potential cost if you accept a deductible or deposit you did not expect

This is the most important step if you want to avoid partial coverage. Some documents use reassuring words on the booking page but limit them in the contract.

Does “Casco included” on a booking page mean 100% Casco in the contract too?

Not by itself. “Casco included” on a booking page is only a starting signal. The final contract must repeat the coverage clearly, ideally as “100% Casco” or “full Casco insurance,” and it must apply to your exact rental period, pickup point, and vehicle.

If the booking page says “Casco included” but the contract says only CDW, LDW, basic insurance, or damage waiver, ask for clarification before signing. The contract is usually the document used at claim time.

What exclusions should I look for (and how do they change what I pay for)?

Every insurance product can have exclusions. The issue is whether the exclusions are clear, reasonable, and known before you drive. Look for clauses about:

  • Driving under the influence.
  • Unauthorized drivers.
  • Driving outside Georgia without written permission.
  • Off-road use where roads are prohibited or unsafe.
  • Damage from reckless driving or traffic violations.
  • Tires, glass, undercarriage, roof, interior, or lost keys.
  • Fuel contamination or wrong fuel.
  • Failure to report an incident on time.
  • Theft vandalism reporting requirements.

Exclusions change what you pay because they can move a loss from insured to driver-paid. For example, full Casco may cover accident damage, but an exclusion may deny coverage if an unauthorized driver was behind the wheel. If you plan mountain routes or gravel-road travel, ask which roads are allowed for your vehicle.

How can I detect a deductible or pay-first rule before I drive off?

Search the contract for “deductible,” “excess,” “franchise,” “responsibility amount,” “prepayment,” “reimbursement,” “blocked amount,” and “security deposit.”

A deductible means you may pay up to a stated amount even when insurance applies. A pay-first rule means you may be charged first and reimbursed later after the claims process. If the rental is advertised as 100% Casco and zero deposit, the contract should not introduce a surprise deductible or blocked security deposit at pickup.

What security deposit rules should I confirm if the offer mentions deposit alternatives?

Ask these questions before signing:

  1. Is there any security deposit, card block, cash hold, or preauthorization?
  2. If the offer says zero deposit, does that apply to this exact booking and vehicle?
  3. Are there exceptions where a deposit can still be required?
  4. Is a higher category, border crossing, young driver, or special route treated differently?
  5. If there is no deposit, what happens after damage, theft vandalism, fines, or missing fuel?

WeRent’s zero deposit policy is designed to remove the standard deposit workflow, while 100% Casco is included. Still, read the final contract so the written terms match the offer.

Step 5: Know the claims basics before you drive away (what to do if damage/theft happens)

Time: 5 minutes at pickupCost: €0 unless you ignore required reporting steps or fall under exclusions

Do not wait for an accident to learn the claims process. Ask the agent to show you the exact incident instructions in the contract or handover materials.

What should I do if the car is damaged or stolen during the rental (claims basics)?

Use this sequence unless your contract gives different instructions:

  1. Stop safely and protect passengers first.
  2. Do not leave the scene if a report is required.
  3. Contact the rental support number immediately.
  4. Contact police or emergency services if there is injury, another vehicle, theft vandalism, or required official reporting.
  5. Take photos and videos of the vehicle, location, road, other vehicles, and visible damage.
  6. Collect names, contacts, plate numbers, and police/report details where applicable.
  7. Do not authorize repairs or towing unless the rental support team instructs you.
  8. Keep every document, report, receipt, and message.

For travelers in Georgia, 24/7 support matters because incidents can happen far from the pickup city. WeRent provides 24/7 support and assistance, which is especially useful for families, airport arrivals, and off-road adventurers heading outside the city.

Step 6: Repeat the verification at handover (walkaround + contract alignment)

Time: 10–20 minutesCost: €0

Vehicle handover is where the paper promise must match the physical car. Do not rush this step, even if you are tired after a flight.

How should I re-check at handover so the contract matches the exact vehicle I’m given?

Follow this handover checklist:

  1. Match identity: Confirm the plate number, model, color, and fuel type match the contract.
  2. Match coverage: Point to the insurance line and confirm it says 100% Casco or full Casco insurance.
  3. Match dates: Confirm the rental dates and times cover the actual pickup and return period.
  4. Match pickup point: Confirm the contract shows the correct airport, hotel, city, or delivery address.
  5. Match driver list: Confirm every authorized driver is named or approved.
  6. Record condition: Photograph all sides, wheels, tires, glass, roof, undercarriage where visible, interior, dashboard, fuel level, and mileage.
  7. Mark existing damage: Make sure scratches, dents, chips, missing items, and warning lights are recorded before signing.
  8. Confirm claims instructions: Save the support number and ask when police reports are required.

If the car is substituted at the last minute, repeat the full check. A replacement car should not rely on old wording that names a different vehicle.

Step 7: Only drive off after a final “3-in-1” confirmation script

Time: 1 minuteCost: €0

A short spoken confirmation helps uncover mismatches before they become disputes.

What is a short script I can use with the agent to confirm 100% Casco last-mile before driving?

Use this script at the car:

“Before I drive off, please confirm three things: this exact vehicle, plate number [plate], for rental dates [dates/times], from pickup point [location], has 100% Casco included with no deductible or security deposit under this booking. Please also show me the claims process and any exclusions I must follow.”

Then wait for the agent to point to the contract wording. If the answer is verbal only, ask for the written line to be added or corrected before you sign.

If anything changes after the booking—vehicle, pickup point, driver, rental period, or route—ask for updated written confirmation. The strongest Casco verification is always current, specific, and attached to the contract you sign.

FAQ: Common questions about full Casco confirmation in Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi

1. Can I rely on a screenshot that says “100% Casco”?

A screenshot is helpful, but the final voucher/contract wording matters more. Keep the screenshot, but make sure the signed contract also says 100% Casco for your exact vehicle and rental period.

2. Is full Casco insurance the same for city driving and mountain routes?

Not always. Full Casco insurance may still have exclusions for prohibited roads, reckless driving, unauthorized off-road use, or certain damage types. If you plan mountain routes, ask which roads and vehicle uses are allowed before pickup.

3. What if the booking confirmation says zero deposit but the agent asks for a card block?

Pause before signing. Ask the agent to show the security deposit rules in the contract and explain why a block is required. If zero deposit was part of your booking, the final contract should reflect that policy or clearly explain any exception before you accept the car.

4. Should I check Casco differently at airport pickup?

The checklist is the same, but timing matters more. At airport pickup in Tbilisi, Batumi, or Kutaisi, confirm that coverage starts at actual vehicle handover, especially after flight delays or late-night arrivals.

5. What if the contract mentions CDW or LDW but not 100% Casco?

Ask whether CDW or LDW is partial coverage or part of a full 100% Casco package. If “100% Casco” is not written into the contract, do not assume you have full coverage. Request corrected wording before driving away.

Topics

  • car rental Georgia
  • 100% Casco
  • pickup checklist
  • rental insurance
  • Tbilisi
  • Batumi
  • Kutaisi