02/08/2026
A Positive Shift in Car Rental Across Spain: More No-Deposit and Low-Deposit Options for Travelers 🚗🇪🇸
At Rentaholiday, we've been closely following an encouraging trend in the Spanish car rental market: more rental companies are moving away from requiring large security deposits and are introducing no-deposit or low-deposit rental options.
For years, it was common for travelers to have €1,000–€1,500 (or even more) temporarily blocked on their credit cards during a rental. While this has long been standard practice, it often created unnecessary stress and limited travelers' spending flexibility during their holidays.
Today, we're seeing a positive change.
More local and international suppliers are recognizing that a better customer experience starts with transparency, flexibility, and trust. Offering rentals with reduced or no security deposits helps make travel more accessible while giving customers greater confidence when booking.
We're pleased to see this trend expanding across Spain, with more destinations offering attractive alternatives:
📍 Murcia Airport – growing selection of no-deposit rentals
https://rentaholliday.com/en/rent-a-car-spain/murcia-airport
📍 Bilbao Airport – increasing availability of low-deposit offers
https://rentaholliday.com/en/rent-a-car-spain/bilbao-airport
The number of these options is also continuing to grow at some of Spain's busiest tourist destinations, including:
✈️ Alicante Airport
https://rentaholliday.com/en/car-hire-alicante-airport
✈️ Valencia
https://rentaholliday.com/en/rent-a-car-spain/valencia
✈️ Palma de Mallorca Airport
https://rentaholliday.com/en/rent-a-car-spain/palma-de-mallorca-airport-without-deposit
At Rentaholiday, we believe this is more than just a market trend—it reflects a broader evolution in customer expectations. Modern travelers value simplicity, clear conditions, and the freedom to enjoy their trip without worrying about large amounts being blocked on their payment cards.
We hope to see even more rental providers embrace this customer-focused approach in the years ahead. It benefits travelers, strengthens trust in the industry, and contributes to a more positive tourism experience for everyone.