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  • 1. Booking and Payment

    • 1.1 Eligibility

      To utilize our services, you must be at least 18 years old and possess the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts

    • 1.2 Contact Information

      To receive a quote or proceed with a booking, kindly furnish your full name, contact number, and email address. Without this information, Carisma Limousine will be unable to offer further assistance.

    • 1.3 Communication

      By providing your email and phone number, you authorize Carisma Limousine to get in touch with you. Rest assured; your contact details will not be shared with third parties.

    • 1.4 Payment Methods

      All bookings must be made in advance, and payment is due at the time of booking. We accept the following payment methods: credit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers.

    • 1.5 Travel Boundaries

      Online prices apply to travel within Dubai. For travel within the UAE, please call the office.

    • 1.6 Standard Charges

      The initial fee is 9 AED, and the regular travel rate is 2.30 AED per kilometer.

  • 2. Vehicles and Services

    • 2.1 Vehicle Model

      The Tesla Model Y 2024 refers to the specific model year of the Tesla Model Y, an electric compact SUV. It signifies the year in which this particular version of the vehicle was manufactured and released. The 2024 model may feature certain updates, improvements, or specifications unique to that year, distinguishing it from earlier or later versions of the same model.

    • 2.2 Sub-contracted Vehicles

      In certain instances, sub-contracted vehicles may be utilized to fulfill transportation services. The company reserves the right to substitute vehicles if deemed necessary. It's important to note that all vehicles, whether directly owned or sub-contracted, maintain the necessary licensing and insurance coverage to accommodate passenger and third-party claims, ensuring a secure and compliant transportation experience.

    • 2.3 Point-to-Point Service

      This service entails a single trip commencing from Point A and concluding at Point B. Additional stops along the route are permissible. Charges for this service are determined by both the distance covered and any waiting time involved.

    • 2.4 Changes to Itinerary

      Any alterations made after the booking has been confirmed may incur additional charges.

    • 2.5 Hourly Booking Detailsp>For hourly bookings, a minimum hire period of 3 hours is required. The total charge for this period will be 300 AED. Any additional hours beyond the initial 3 will be charged at a rate of 90 AED per hour.

    • 2.6 Payment Policy for Additional Charges
      • 2.6.1 Billing Process

        Any extra charges incurred will be promptly added to your bill, either immediately or within 48 hours after the trip. These charges will be automatically billed to the initial payment card on file. If automatic billing is not possible, you will receive an email notification with a payment link. Please ensure that invoices are settled within 30 working days. Please note that interest will be applied to late payments. Late payments will incur a penalty of 10% per day.

      • 3.6.2 Payment Security

        We do not store any of your payment details on our company systems. Instead, they are securely referenced with our trusted payment providers.

    • 2.7

    • 2.7 Policy for Promotional Code 'Welcome'

      This promotional code is applicable only for the first trip. It will be invalidated if used for subsequent trips.

  • 3. Cancellation and Refund Policy for Bookings

    • 3.1 Methods of Cancellation

      We offer a range of convenient options for cancellations, including reaching out to our dedicated customer service team, sending an email, or utilizing our user-friendly online booking platform. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we aim to provide you with flexible solutions for any changes to your plans.

    • 3.2 Proof of Cancellation

      In the event that self-cancellation or direct phone contact is not feasible, an email sent within the stipulated free cancellation period will be recognized as the sole valid proof of cancellation. This ensures transparency and accountability in our cancellation process, providing you with the assurance you deserve.

    • 3.3 Refund Timing

      For valid free cancellations, refunds will be processed and returned to the client's account within a prompt 10 business days. This commitment ensures that your funds are promptly restored in the event of an eligible cancellation.

    • 3.4 Non-Refundable Credit/Debit Payments

      Please note that any fees paid with a credit/debit card are non-refundable. This policy is in accordance with international payment regulations.

    • 3.5 Cancellation for Unregistered Users

      For users who made a booking without registering, kindly reach out directly to the company for any cancellations or amendments. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're here to assist you throughout the process.

    • 3.6 Cancellation for Registered Users

      For our esteemed registered users, we've streamlined the process for your convenience. Simply log in to your account to initiate cancellations or contact our company directly for any necessary amendments. This efficient system ensures a seamless experience tailored to your needs. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority.

    • 3.7 Cancellation Fee – Transfers
      • More than 12 hours before pickup: Full refund. **
      • Less than 12 hours before pickup: 25% of all fees are non-refundable. **
      • Less than 6 hours before pickup: 50% of all fees are non-refundable. **
      • Less than 4 hours before pickup: All fees are non-refundable.
    • 3.8 Cancellation Fee – Hourly Services
      • More than 24 hours before pickup: Full refund. **
      • Less than 24 hours before pickup: 50% of all fees are non-refundable. **
      • Less than 12 hours before pickup: All fees are non-refundable.
    • 3.9 Special Bookings (Two or more consecutive days)
      • More than 48 hours before pickup: Full refund. **
      • Less than 48 hours before pickup: First day’s fee (for each vehicle) is non-refundable. **
      • Less than 24 hours before pickup: Fees for the first two days (for each vehicle) are non-refundable. **
    • 3.9 Special Bookings (Two or more consecutive days)
      • More than 48 hours before pickup: Full refund. **
      • Less than 48 hours before pickup: First day’s fee (for each vehicle) is non-refundable. **
      • Less than 24 hours before pickup: Fees for the first two days (for each vehicle) are non-refundable. **
    • 3.10 Airport Cancellation Fee
      • More than 8 hours before pickup: Full refund. **
      • Less than 8 hours before pickup: All fees are non-refundable.
        • 3.10.1 No Show & Waiting Time:

          If the customer doesn’t appear within 90 minutes (for airport pickup) and 45 minutes (for address pickup) from the pickup time and doesn’t inform about delays, it’s considered a “No Show”. All fees are non-refundable, and waiting time will be charged in full. 60 minutes of free waiting for airport pickups and 15 minutes for regular pickups are offered.

        • 3.10.2 Extra Luggage Policy:

          Overloading luggage beyond the vehicle’s limit might result in trip cancellation and full charges. Specific luggage limits vary by vehicle type.

      • 3.11 Other Reasons for Cancellation
        • 3.11.1 Postponed Trips:

          Rescheduling from a non- Free Cancellation period to a Free Cancellation period and then cancelling will result in fees based on the initial booking.

        • 3.11.2 Last-minute Alterations:

          Changes made less than 30 minutes before the scheduled time that exceed the 15-minute grace period will incur additional charges. Delays over 2 hours are treated as No Show/Cancellation, necessitating a new reservation unless you choose to proceed with the same booking by paying for the additional waiting time.

        • 3.11.3 No Show Policy:

          Specific conditions under which a service is marked as ‘No Show’ and its associated charges.

        • 3.11.4 For Carisma Ride (app services):

          If the customer does not arrive within 45 minutes of the scheduled pick-up time, the trip will be classified as a ‘No Show’.

  • 4. Liability

    • 4.1 Insurance Coverage:

      Carisma Limousine ensures that all vehicles, including subcontracted ones, are comprehensively insured against passenger and third-party claims. However, customers are advised that their personal properties are carried at their own risk.

    • 4.2 Seat Belt Liability:

      In accordance with UAE traffic laws, all passengers are required to wear seat belts. Failure to comply releases Carisma Limousine from liability in the event of an accident.

    • 4.3 Luggage & Personal Items Liability:

      Passengers are responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of their belongings. Carisma Limousine cannot be held liable for any loss or damage to items that were not loaded or unloaded.

    • 4.4 Child Safety in Vehicles & Compliance with UAE Law:

      Carisma Limousine strictly enforces Ministerial Resolution No. 178 of 2017 pertaining to traffic control regulations, including rules for passenger and child safety:

      • All passengers, including those seated in the rear, are required to wear seat belts.
      • Children up to four years of age must be provided with a child safety seat
      • The front seat passenger should be at least 145 cm tall and not younger than 10 years old.
      • Note: Non-compliance may result in service refusal and potential booking cancellation fees. The parent or responsible passenger is ultimately accountable for the child’s safety at all times.

    • 4.5 Lost Property (Items) Policy & Procedures:

      If you suspect you've left an item in one of our vehicles, please promptly contact Carisma Limousine. While we make every effort to reunite passengers with their lost belongings, Carisma Limousine cannot be held responsible for any loss or subsequent distress.

      To facilitate the process, please provide as much detail as possible about the lost item, including a description, its location within the vehicle, and the date and time of your journey.

    • 4.6 Accidents and Incidents:

      Liability is restricted to the coverage provided by the driver/subcontractor insurer or fleet insurer. Carisma Limousine bears no responsibility for injuries or damages resulting from a passenger’s failure to adhere to safety guidelines.

      These policies are established to ensure the safety and security of all our passengers and their belongings. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team. Your safety is our utmost priority.

  • 5. Damage to Vehicles

    • 5.1 Customer’s Accountability:

      Customers will be billed for damages they cause. Legal action may be pursued for refusal to pay.

    • 5.2 Door Handling Responsibility:

      Chauffeurs are not responsible for opening/closing doors. If a passenger does, they’re liable for any damage caused.

    • 5.3 Damage/Soiling Responsibility:

      Clients are accountable for damage/soiling during service. Fees might be charged for repairs/valeting downtime.

  • 6. Driving Regulations

    • 6.1 Passenger Behavior:

      Chauffeur can refuse to drive due to disruptive, dangerous, or illegal behavior by the passenger.

    • 6.2 Customer-Induced Penalties:

      Customers are responsible for penalties due to their actions or failure to obtain prior approvals. This includes penalties related to special parking, building management, and similar situations. Any such penalties will be charged to the customer.

  • 7. Luggage Policy

    • 7.1 Luggage Limit & Refusal:

      Weight is limited based on vehicle type. Excess luggage may lead to trip cancellation and fees.

    • 7.2 Excess Luggage:

      A cancellation fee may apply if a customer has more luggage than allowed under the company’s standard luggage policy.

    • 7.3 Luggage Dimensions:
      • 4× Cabin (55×40×25 cm),
      • OR 2× Medium (66×44×27 cm) + 1x Cabin,
      • OR 1× Large (75×52×31 cm) + 2x Cabin,
      • OR 1× Extra Large (81×55×36 cm) + 1x Cabin.
  • 8. Missed Flights

    • 8.1 Non-Liability for Missed Flights:

      Carisma Limousine isn’t liable for missed flights. Reference clause 14 for more details.

  • 9. Smoking and Alcohol

    • 9.1 Smoking Prohibition:

      Smoking is prohibited in all Carisma Limousine vehicles by UAE law.

    • 9.2 Alcohol Influence:

      Chauffeur can refuse service to passengers under alcohol influence.

    • 9.3 Alcohol Consumption:

      Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited in all Carisma Limousine vehicles.

  • 10. Duration of Service

    • 1.1 Service Duration:

      Carisma Limousine to provide services as per booking duration. Additional services are charged separately.

    • 1.2 Communication:

      Email supplied allows Carisma Limousine to contact the customer, with a promise of no third-party sharing.

    • 1.3 Punctuality and Delays:

      Company isn’t responsible for uncontrollable delays. Please refer to clause 12. Customers must allow sufficient service completion time.

    • 1.4 Notification and Refund:

      In case of a driver’s delay, the company will notify, provide alternatives, or refund within 10 working days.

    • 1.5 Vehicle/Chauffeur Change:

      The company might provide a different vehicle/chauffeur if necessary.

    • 1.6 Termination:

      Company can end service at any time for any justifiable reason.

  • 11. Waiting Time

    • 11.1 Airport Collection

      30 minutes of free waiting time for UAE airport collections.

    • 11.2 General Waiting

      Other journeys have 10 minutes of complimentary waiting.

    • 11.3 Waiting Charges

      Charges are applied in 10-minute increments after the free waiting time. Charges are applied to the provided card at booking time.

    • 11.4 Incremental Charges

      Charges are based on 10-min increments, so if the waiting time is 10 minutes or less, the cost will be for one increment.

      10 minutes = 1 increment, 20 minutes = 2 increments, etc.

  • 12. General Exceptions

    • 12.1 Uncontrolled Events:

      We shall not be held liable or responsible for any failure or delay in the performance of our contractual obligations due to an Event beyond our control. Such an event includes, but is not limited to, war, invasion, hostilities (whether declared or not), civil war, revolution, rebellion, natural disasters (such as storms, floods, earthquakes), epidemic, or failure of public or private telecommunications networks. This also encompasses unforeseen circumstances like traffic delays, tire punctures, road traffic accidents, road closures due to accidents, and vehicle breakdowns, as well as strikes and lockouts.

    • 12.2 Vehicle Issues:

      While we will make every effort to provide alternative solutions for punctures or breakdowns, we cannot guarantee punctuality in such situations.

  • 13. Complaints

    • 13.1 Immediate Resolution:

      Please seek to resolve any issues immediately with the driver or the company.

    • 13.2 Complaint Submission:

      Any complaints must be submitted in writing within 14 days of the termination of service. The company is committed to responding within 28 days.

    • 13.3 Required Details:

      Ensure your complaint includes contact information, service date, detailed description of the complaint, supporting documentation, and your preferred resolution.

    • 13.4 Complaint Email:

      Kindly submit complaints to info@carisma.vip.

  • 14. Zero Tolerance Policy

    • 14.1 Harassment Policy:

      We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy against harassment, discrimination, and rudeness, whether verbal or written, directed towards our employees and contractors. In the event of such behavior, we reserve the right to immediately withdraw our goods and services. Please note that payments made for goods and services will not be refundable.

  • 15. Changes to Terms & Conditions

    • 1.1 Policy Updates:

      The company retains the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time.

  • 16. CONSUMER RIGHTS

    The Department of Economic Development (DED) provides valuable information on consumer rights, especially in cases where services are not delivered with the expected level of professionalism and care. For more details, visit www.consumerrights.ae.

  • 17. THE COMPANY

    www.carisma.vip operates as a private hire vehicle service under Carisma Limousine LLC, holding a license from the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai, UAE. As such, we exclusively accept direct booking requests from clients for chauffeur-driven travel. To make a reservation, kindly use our website booking form at http://www.carisma.vip, send an email to booking@carisma.vip or call us at +9714 2808665.

    Payments are exclusively accepted directly by Carisma Limousine LLC. Our chauffeurs do not handle fare collection. The company reserves the right to cancel any booking with a passenger, and all bookings are subject to availability.

  • 18. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY

    Data protection and privacy laws are in place to safeguard individuals’ personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, and destruction. The UAE Federal Data Protection Law (DPL) is a crucial piece of legislation governing data protection and privacy within the UAE. It outlines individuals' rights concerning their personal data and the responsibilities of organizations when processing such data. If you have concerns about data protection and privacy, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK, responsible for enforcing data protection and privacy laws.

    All customer data is securely stored and solely used to provide the best possible service. Carisma Limousine LLC never shares customer data with third parties without prior consent. No credit card data is retained. We utilize the services of third-party payment processors who hold PCI-DSS certification. Carisma Limousine LLC will only share customer data with third parties if required by law.

  • 19. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND LICENSE

    All trademark rights, copyright, database rights, and any other intellectual property rights related to Carisma Limousine LLC or carisma.vip are exclusively owned by Carisma Limousine LLC and/or its group of companies. Carisma Limousine LLC holds the copyright for Carisma VIP within the United Arab Emirates and worldwide.

  • 20. APPLICABLE LAW

    The statement “The Terms and Conditions” and any related contract are performed, regulated and interpreted exclusively in accordance with UAE law” indicates that the legal agreement between the parties, including any terms and conditions, will be governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. This means that any disputes or legal issues arising from the agreement will be resolved according to UAE law. Specifying UAE law provides clarity on the legal framework within which the agreement will operate.

  • 21. TERMS AND CONDITIONS REVISION

    Carisma Limousine ensuring Your Safety and Satisfaction by adhering to UAE law, we continually refine our terms for top-tier service. Covering eligibility, data protection, and more, our policies guarantee secure and dependable experiences. From bookings to payments, trust us to uphold the highest industry standards, offering you peace of mind.


Published on:   Feb 1, 2024