Where you can rent a car and leave the deposit in cash
Cash is the usual way to leave a deposit in 15 destinations, where 40% or more of cars accept it. The top share, 100%, is in Bangkok.
A cash deposit is handed to the company at pick-up and returned at drop-off. Its amount is shown on each car card before you book.
| # | Name | Score | Cars listed | No deposit | Cash deposit | Free cancellation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangkok | 3.7 | 128 | 0% | 100% | 26% | Search cars |
| 2 | Thailand | 4.9 | 719 | 5% | 94% | 22% | Search cars |
| 3 | Phuket Airport | 4.5 | 423 | 4% | 94% | 19% | Search cars |
| 4 | Krabi | 4.4 | 168 | 11% | 89% | 27% | Search cars |
| 5 | Vlore | 4.4 | 279 | 27% | 60% | 21% | Search cars |
| 6 | Saranda | 4.5 | 325 | 34% | 55% | 16% | Search cars |
| 7 | Bali | 5.7 | 317 | 47% | 51% | 21% | Search cars |
| 8 | Kuta | 5.2 | 101 | 49% | 51% | 20% | Search cars |
| 9 | Ubud | 5.2 | 101 | 49% | 51% | 20% | Search cars |
| 10 | Denpasar Airport | 5.1 | 115 | 43% | 51% | 23% | Search cars |
| 11 | Durres | 5.1 | 496 | 44% | 48% | 21% | Search cars |
| 12 | Paphos | 6.3 | 464 | 34% | 47% | 69% | Search cars |
| 13 | Albania | 5.8 | 2,047 | 43% | 47% | 19% | Search cars |
| 14 | Cyprus | 6.9 | 1,351 | 32% | 43% | 72% | Search cars |
| 15 | Limassol | 6.2 | 381 | 29% | 42% | 76% | Search cars |
Independent guide, not affiliated with Localrent. Figures are a snapshot of public search results and change daily. The rental contract is with the local company, and your conditions are in your voucher.
How a cash deposit works
The company asks for a security amount at pick-up and accepts it in cash. You get it back at drop-off if the car returns as agreed. The amount differs by car and is shown on the car card.
This helps travellers without a credit card. It also means carrying cash on arrival, so plan an ATM stop if your pick-up is at an airport.
Cash deposit or no deposit?
Places with many cash deposits usually have fewer cars without any deposit. Compare this list with the no deposit table before you choose. Our deposit guide explains both in detail.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I pay the car rental deposit in cash?
With many local companies, yes. In the 15 destinations on this list, at least 40% of listed cars take their deposit in cash. The car card says so before you book.
Do I get a cash deposit back?
The company returns it at drop-off when the car comes back as agreed. The conditions are in your rental contract and your voucher.
Can I pay the whole rental in cash?
Not the advance. The advance is paid online by bank card, and cash is not accepted for it. The rest is paid at pick-up by the methods shown for that car.
Where is a cash deposit most common?
Bangkok has the highest share in our snapshot: 100% of listed cars take a deposit in cash.
- October 21, 2026: Text revised