Is a cc a must when renting a car?

[abeyst]

I've never rented a car before, but I think I may want to rent one on our next trip to WDW. The problem is, I don't have a credit card. Will car rental companies let you rent without a credit card? I have my check/debit card, but I've heard stories that they won't accept a check/debit card and it has to be a major credit card.

 

[GAIL HAYDEN]

I know Alamo will with proof of a round trip ticket. Dollar will, IF you pass their credit check ( I have no time for that on my credit report) and a few others will.
You have to research each specific site for their rules.

 

[beattyfamily]

It's possible but not easy. You'll have to call each (or check on their website) to see which will and which won't.

Like Gail said, Alamo is pretty good about it. I don't think National or Dollar are very good about it...credit checks and deposits required.

Good luck!

 

[Lewisc]

Hotwire allows you to specify that you'll be using a debit car and they will limit your options to the agencies that will accept that form of payment.