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Old May 9, 2021 | 12:15 am
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Originally Posted by exp
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/cards...ntal-coverage/

But presumably if you rent in a neighboring country like France or Austria and drive into Italy and incur damage, it would be covered?

Has anyone had an issue with getting Amex car insurance coverage in certain countries?
Be careful. I've had car rental contracts in Europe (Hertz) that have forbidden taking the car into Italy, taking the car out of France, or taking the car into central/eastern Europe (on an rental in Italy). Traditionally, Italy has a high rate of vehicle thefts, as does eastern/central Europe, as well as a high rate of accidents, with rental rates for the country reflecting this.
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