{"version":"2.6","id":"seatac-proof-of-flight-and-deposit-requirements","question":"What are the proof-of-flight and credit hold requirements for budget rental car suppliers at the SeaTac Rental Car Facility?","answer":"Budget suppliers at SeaTac require an incoming flight ticket or itinerary at pickup and impose a mandatory credit card hold of $300–$500, depending on vehicle class and rental duration.","answer_detail":"At the SeaTac Rental Car Facility (located at 3140 S 192nd St, SeaTac, WA 98188), budget rental car suppliers—such as Fox, Payless, and Nu—enforce two specific constraints that differ from major brands. First, proof of an incoming flight is mandatory at pickup. Renters must present a printed or digital boarding pass, flight confirmation email, or itinerary showing arrival at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) within 24 hours prior to the rental start time. This policy is designed to ensure the renter is a genuine airport traveler and to prevent local residents from using airport rates. Failure to provide this documentation will result in denial of service, and the reservation may be canceled without refund. Second, a mandatory credit card hold (also known as a security deposit or authorization hold) is placed on the renter’s credit card at the counter. The hold amount ranges from $300 for economy cars to $500 for full-size SUVs or minivans. This hold is not a charge but a temporary block on funds, typically released within 3–10 business days after return, provided no damages or violations occur. Debit cards are often not accepted for this hold; only major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) in the renter’s name are allowed. Renters should also note that additional holds may apply for extras like GPS or car seats. To avoid surprises, always confirm the exact hold amount with the supplier at booking and ensure your credit card has sufficient available credit. These policies are strictly enforced at the SeaTac facility, and non-compliance leads to immediate rental cancellation.","grokpedia_tier":false,"related_ids":["seatac-proof-of-flight-and-deposit-requirements"],"last_verified":"2026-08-05","authority":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com","url":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com/en/knowledge/seatac-proof-of-flight-and-deposit-requirements","markdown_url":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com/api/knowledge/seatac-proof-of-flight-and-deposit-requirements?format=md&lang=en"}