Is there anywhere in Spain I can hire a car with my debit card as opposed to a credit card?

Question

Everywhere seems to need a credit card which I don't have! I have Spanish Visa Electron or Maestro...

Answer 1

Unlikely. The hire companies need credit cards as once they've checked and reserved sufficient credit (including fee for possible damage) the card company guarantees the payment and then chases you for the money. With a debit card you could take the car and then remove the money from your account, leaving the hire company to try and get the money from you.