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MOVIS Car Rental

Name: MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport: Counterwise rating
Item: MOVIS Car Rental (Malta International Airport)
Rating: 2.2
Author: Counterwise

at Malta International Airport

Short walk

Medium consensus Check prices ↓

At a glance

MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport is ranked No. 17 of 17 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 2.2/10 (Poor).
The MOVIS Car Rental desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Malta Airport (walking time not confirmed yet).
A credit card in the main driver's name is required; the deposit amount is not confirmed yet.
Fuel policy: same to same. Opening hours: Daily 08:00–19:00; closed 8, 13 and 25 December.
Main red flag from travellers: Many reviews in the last 12 months report disputed damage or post-rental charges, including scratches or dents travellers say were already there, and refunds of 500-2,700 euro deposits delayed by about 30 days or more..

Based on 98 reviews analysed · Last updated 13 November 2026 · How scores work

The short version

Based on 98 Google reviews after excluding 3 (about 79 with useful text), this desk is rated very poorly, with recent reviews repeatedly reporting disputed deposit and damage charges, counter upselling, unavailable booked cars, run-down vehicles and long waits. A small minority had trouble-free, cheap rentals, and the 9 stars-only ratings are not analysed here. Web evidence (Trustpilot, Tripadvisor) points the same way, although much of it is undated or about 2 years old.

AI-assisted summary of 98 recent Google reviews and web reports, reviewed by our editor on 14 November 2026. How we do it

Score breakdown

Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work

Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)

Poor2.0/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches. Based on 30 reports · high confidence.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Poor2.0/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure. Based on 22 reports · high confidence.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Poor1.5/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter. Based on 30 reports · high confidence.

Queue time(15% of score)

Poor3.0/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys. Based on 20 reports · high confidence.

Car condition(15% of score)

Poor2.5/10

Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out. Based on 35 reports · high confidence.

How this score was built

AI analysis of reviews and web reports (the sub-scores above, weighted): 2.1 · counts 70%
Star ratings on review platforms, rescaled against all desks we rate: 0.1 · counts 30%
3 of 101 recent reviews excluded as unreliable (duplicates, solicited staff praise). How we clean reviews
Pulled 18% toward the airport average, because recent reviews are few (66 after weighting by age).

Medium consensusOur independent signals mostly agree, with some differences.

What travellers flag

Red flags (5)

Many reviews in the last 12 months report disputed damage or post-rental charges, including scratches or dents travellers say were already there, and refunds of 500-2,700 euro deposits delayed by about 30 days or more.uk.trustpilot.com trustpilot.com
Frequent reports that the booked car or category was not available on arrival, with downgrades, long waits for a replacement, cancelled bookings, or no cars at all for several customers on one day.uk.trustpilot.com
Many travellers report large extra charges at the counter: own insurance of about 15-25 euro/day, debit-card surcharges, a 'congestion fee', and extra-driver fees, which in several cases multiplied the booked price several times over.tripadvisor.co.uk trustpilot.com
Repeated reports of poor, sometimes unsafe cars: worn tyres, tyre failures, battery or electrical breakdowns, faulty gearshift or air conditioning. Several people say they were asked for around 200 euro for roadside help unless they had bought the desk's own cover.
The office is off-airport (reviewers describe a 10-25 minute walk) although brokers list it as at the airport. Many report 30-120 minute waits, and returns before the 8:00 opening, or on holidays, carry extra fees of 25-70 euro.trustpilot.com

Green flags (2)

Very low headline prices; some recent renters say the cheap, older cars were fine for getting around the island and good value.
A minority of renters had a smooth pickup and return with a documented inspection and no extra charges. They advise taking your own photos and videos at collection and return.

Practical facts

Location	Nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal (minutes not confirmed yet)source
Opening hours	Daily 08:00–19:00; closed 8, 13 and 25 Decembersource
Credit card required	Yes, in the main driver’s namesource
Typical deposit	Not confirmed yet
Fuel policy	Same to samesource
Shares the desk with	No other brands

“Not confirmed yet” means we have not verified that fact yet. We never guess.

Sources

Web pages behind this rating’s facts and flags, found through search APIs. The review analysis also used 98 recent Google reviews of this desk, which we do not republish.

Before you go

Tick these off at the counter. (Nothing is saved; it's just for you.)

Take photos and a short video of the car at pickup, including wheels, windscreen and the fuel gauge.
Check the fuel level matches the contract before you drive off.
Decline duplicate insurance at the desk if you already have excess cover. Bring proof of your policy.
Bring a credit card in the main driver’s name with enough available credit for the deposit (amount not confirmed yet).
Allow walking time from the terminal, longer with luggage.
Check the closing time (Daily 08:00–19:00; closed 8, 13 and 25 December). If your flight lands late, call the desk: some wait, others close on time.
Same-to-same fuel: photograph the gauge at pickup and at return.

MOVIS Car Rental at Malta Airport: questions and answers

Is MOVIS Car Rental at Malta Airport any good?

MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport has a Counterwise Score of 2.2/10 (Poor) and is ranked No. 17 of 17 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Very low headline prices; some recent renters say the cheap, older cars were fine for getting around the island and good value.. Main red flag: Many reviews in the last 12 months report disputed damage or post-rental charges, including scratches or dents travellers say were already there, and refunds of 500-2,700 euro deposits delayed by about 30 days or more..

Do I need a credit card to rent from MOVIS Car Rental at Malta Airport?

Yes. MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport requires a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.

How much is the deposit at MOVIS Car Rental at Malta Airport?

The deposit amount at MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport is not confirmed yet. Check the rental terms when you book. The lowest confirmed starting deposit at this airport is at JS Car Hire (from €150).

Where is the MOVIS Car Rental desk at Malta Airport?

The MOVIS Car Rental desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Malta Airport (walking time not confirmed yet).

What are the opening hours of MOVIS Car Rental at Malta Airport?

MOVIS Car Rental at Malta International Airport is open Daily 08:00–19:00; closed 8, 13 and 25 December. Fuel policy: same to same.

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