Originally Posted by
mikew99
Because it's a redundant, unnecessary, and deceptive money grab. Very few people would agree to this if they knew about it. Last time this happened to me (at the HI CDG), the charge was rung up as USD without my asking. If I weren't running to catch the shuttle, I would have corrected it right there, but I let it slide. Just because I signed it doesn't make it right.
Actually, you would be surprised how many people do prefer to do it and hopefully to know exactly what they will be charged ( there is a flaw in that some banks will still charge foreign currency fees ). There is nothing deceptive about it and , depending on the bank's foreign fees may possibly actually be better
If you don't want DCC, then make sure not to sign to agree to it when renting
Dave