# Car rental at Malta (MLA): deposit, damage and fuel charges

> Renting a car at Malta airport in Malta? Here is what the rental firm must prove if it charges you after the rental, and where to complain. Facts only; we do not rate firms.

- Web page: https://rentfair.neatfix.app/airports/malta
- Checked: 2026-11-14
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## The rules in Malta

The party claiming payment has to prove the facts (Article 562 of the Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12)). Pre-written clauses shifting this onto you may be unfair.

## Local complaint route

Malta has no statutory complaint book. Complain to the firm in writing and keep proof of sending. Consumer authority: MCCAA – Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority.
https://mccaa.org.mt/

## Cross-border help

If you live in another EU country (or Iceland or Norway), the European Consumer Centre in your country helps for free and works with the ECC in Malta. European Consumer Centre Malta: https://eccnetmalta.gov.mt/car-rental/

## At the desk and in the car park

- Read the fuel policy, excess and deposit before you sign; refuse extras you do not want.
- Make sure every existing mark is on the pickup report.
- Film a slow walk-around of the car and photograph the fuel gauge and mileage.
- At return, ask for an inspection with you present and a signed report.
- Check that the deposit hold is released.

## Firm pages

- [Goldcar](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/goldcar.md)
- [Firefly](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/firefly.md)
- [Record Go](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/record-go.md)
- [Centauro](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/centauro.md)
- [OK Mobility](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/ok-mobility.md)
- [Sicily by Car](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/sicily-by-car.md)
- [Drivalia](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/drivalia.md)
- [Surprice](https://rentfair.neatfix.app/firms/surprice.md)

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Checked 2026-11-14. Facts with sources; corrections welcome at rentfair@neatfix.app.