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Chase Eliminates Excluded Car Rental Countries; Israel Now Covered On All Chase Credit Cards!
See http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/35857

Barclaycard Arrival World Mastercard no longer covers Israel

Citi aa wmc platinum/bronze covers israel

Discover cards cover Israel

Jet Blue MasterCard (world elite) by Barclay does NOT cover

Capital One Buy Power Card does cover

WMC Authorize Users are covered as well (if they are on the rental agreement)

See http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/32273
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #40 on: September 07, 2011, 03:07:26 PM »
I guess so, but it sounded like the cc company was saying check with the rental company and the rental company was fine with me declining CDW and TP. It's definitely possible I could have gotten messed over but thankfully nothing happened, so it was ok.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #41 on: September 07, 2011, 03:09:34 PM »
My Avis Israel rep said she was familiar with the Thank You preferred card and it covering CDW/TP.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #42 on: September 07, 2011, 03:45:45 PM »
With the difference between the cost of CDW+TP and the cost of LI being so small, it could make sense to buy CDW+TP in any case just for the extra coverage.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #43 on: September 07, 2011, 03:52:47 PM »
CDW+TP has a deductible.
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #44 on: September 07, 2011, 05:29:33 PM »
Do you forfeit your credit card coverage by buying CDW+TP?
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #45 on: September 07, 2011, 05:41:23 PM »
Do you forfeit your credit card coverage by buying CDW+TP?
Yes.
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #46 on: September 07, 2011, 05:58:01 PM »
Another question:

How much available credit do you need on your CC in order to rent a car in Israel? Do you need all of it to be on the WMC, or can you split it between cards?

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #47 on: September 07, 2011, 06:06:37 PM »
Another question:

How much available credit do you need on your CC in order to rent a car in Israel? Do you need all of it to be on the WMC, or can you split it between cards?
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Re: Cards with cdw
« Reply #48 on: September 12, 2011, 08:01:48 AM »
I tried renting a car in Jerusalem with my Continental Chase card and was told to contact MC for coverage, and MC told me they dont cover Israel so had to pay for it

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Re: Re: Cards with cdw
« Reply #49 on: September 12, 2011, 09:22:25 AM »
I tried renting a car in Jerusalem with my Continental Chase card and was told to contact MC for coverage, and MC told me they dont cover Israel so had to pay for it

Either you have a different version of the Continental card- or the lady didn't exactly know what she was talking about. I called and got the same response, so I told the lady I had heard differently. She came back saying that yes I had a WORLD Mastercard so I did indeed have coverage and sent me out a letter stating so.
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #50 on: September 12, 2011, 12:37:03 PM »
I tried renting a car in Jerusalem with my Continental Chase card and was told to contact MC for coverage, and MC told me they dont cover Israel so had to pay for it

Either you have a different version of the Continental card- or the lady didn't exactly know what she was talking about. I called and got the same response, so I told the lady I had heard differently. She came back saying that yes I had a WORLD Mastercard so I did indeed have coverage and sent me out a letter stating so.
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #51 on: September 16, 2011, 05:01:39 PM »
other citi MCW also have in israel, not just AA and thank you. citi dividend preferred mcw also has no exclusions, worldwide.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #52 on: September 16, 2011, 05:52:22 PM »
I have the Travelocity AmEx (issued by Barclays) which states in Guide to Benefits "As an eligible Insured, you may receive reimbursement for repair or
replacement of the Rented Automobile as a result of Damage or Loss to the Rented
Automobile anywhere in the world."
https://www.mytravelocityrewards.com/app/ccsite/benefits/guide/F03-G514-9_Travelocity_AMEX_GTB_WebLO_0110.pdf

I called Barclays they confirmed every country is covered including Israel, but declined to provide a letter, saying it was unnecessary since the guide clearly states "anywhere in the world."

I am still unclear though how this helps save much? For example Thrifty Israel's T&Cs states:

To decline LDW & TPC, the renter must have a US issued World Master Card or Canadian issued Gold/Platinum Visa/MasterCard and provide WRITTEN PROOF that the card has relevant coverage for car rentals in Israel.
Nevertheless,if LDW & TPC are declined,Third Party Liability is mandatory in Israel as a minimum coverage to cover items that are not covered by the credit card company such as Blowouts, Tire/Trim damage not caused by Theft/Vandalism or
is not a result of vehicle collision.
Only US issued World Master Card or Canadian issued Gold/Platinum Visa/MasterCard can be used to waive LDW & TPC These cards will only be accepted for coverage for rental periods of less than 28 days in any calendar year.
If a relevant card and cover letter are not produced at time of commencement of rental, then LDW & TPC must be purchased.
Customers who choose to rely on their credit card for coverage are subject to an Administration Fee of USD15.00. This fee is to cover communication costs with the card holder company to establish cover for the processing of
claims and the supply of relevant information on rentals in case of damage.
If the LDW & TPC protection's are declined, a minimum security deposit of USD5000 will be required through the clients credit card to cover possible damage to the Thrifty and 3rd party vehicles, in addition to rental charges.
Maximum Security Deposit is up to the full value of the vehicle if the LDW & TPC protection's are declined.

The forced 3rd Party Liabilty + $15 Admin. fee mean you will very likely pay more by using a CCs coverage. I have glanced at other rental companies it seemed their terms are similar. Any thoughts?

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #53 on: October 26, 2011, 05:45:17 AM »
i have the bank of america WMC and it covers israel ive used it...they will mail u a leeter to bring to the rental place stating they cover israel but its just annoying that they tack on the forex fee even for charging $! like my bill from hertz this summer was $410 with the WMC but i was charged $422:(     but a decent card to have since at least no annual fee so u can just keep it forever

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #54 on: October 26, 2011, 06:37:08 AM »
i have the bank of america WMC and it covers israel ive used it...they will mail u a leeter to bring to the rental place stating they cover israel but its just annoying that they tack on the forex fee even for charging $! like my bill from hertz this summer was $410 with the WMC but i was charged $422:(     but a decent card to have since at least no annual fee so u can just keep it forever
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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #55 on: October 26, 2011, 09:10:00 AM »
call the number on back of card and they will put you through to WMC and they will email it to you.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #56 on: October 26, 2011, 09:18:15 AM »
I just got back from Israel and successfully used my World Citi Mastercard and saved about $300 in insurance costs. Thanks.

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #57 on: October 26, 2011, 10:44:18 AM »
I just got back from Israel and successfully used my World Citi Mastercard and saved about $300 in insurance costs. Thanks.

With which rental company?

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Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #58 on: October 26, 2011, 11:12:35 AM »
Has anyone here attempted to get Chase to send them a Sapphire Preferred World Mastercard to replace their Visa?
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Re: Re: World MasterCards That Do/Don't Cover CDW In Israel
« Reply #59 on: October 26, 2011, 11:32:07 AM »
Has anyone here attempted to get Chase to send them a Sapphire Preferred World Mastercard to replace their Visa?

Think it would cover israel?