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General

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD trading as VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE, is registered in England under Company Number 15979998 Registered office address: Regus, 6-9 The Square, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, England, UB11 1FW

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time for quality testing and development. Any changes will be promptly posted on the VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD website's homepage, with users notified within 14 days of the updated Terms & Conditions. Continued use of our website implies acceptance and adherence to these terms and conditions unless explicitly objected to. The continued use of VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD services also constitutes acceptance by the user.

1. When a booking is confirmed, VIP Chauffeurs Service London Ltd enters into a binding contractual obligation with the passenger to provide the journey as outlined in the booking details. This agreement ensures that the services described, including the pickup and drop-off locations, vehicle type, and any agreed preferences, are delivered as specified and in compliance with the Private Hire Vehicles (London) Act 1998.

  • 1.1 Please be advised that playing loud music within any of our vehicles is strictly prohibited. This policy is in place for passenger safety and to prevent any distractions for our chauffeurs while driving.
  • 1.2 Alcohol consumption is not permitted in any of our vehicles without prior permission. The customer is liable for any damages arising from spills on seats or other vehicle surfaces.
  • 1.3 Under no circumstances are any illegal drugs allowed. Our chauffeurs have the right to refuse service to any passenger under the influence of drugs. In such cases, no refunds will be issued, and the customer will be solely responsible for the full fare.
  • 1.4 All our chauffeur services are pre-booked, and it's important to note that the vehicle may have other bookings immediately following your trip. If additional time is required beyond the initially booked hours, it is at the discretion of the chauffeur. We recommend scheduling any additional hours in advance to avoid inconvenience.

Contract of Service and Changes to Offers

All terms and conditions outlined herein apply to services arranged and provided by VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD.

  • 2.1. After booking and commencement of the service, additional charges may apply, such as extra hours, additional stops, extra mileage, waiting time, parking fees, and address changes, all in accordance with our latest pricing structure.
  • 2.2. All hourly bookings must conclude in the same city as the trip's starting point. If the drop-off location is in a different city, an additional charge may apply.
  • 2.3. Users can select from various vehicle classes, including Executive Cars, People Carriers, and Luxury Class vehicles, as showcased on our Vehicles page. The images on our Vehicles page are for illustrative purposes to demonstrate the vehicle classes we offer.

Subject to vehicle availability, users may request an upgrade to a higher-class vehicle. While the upgrade itself is free, charges will apply based on the upgraded category. Please feel free to contact VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD at any time to discuss such matters.

2.4. Booking Times

For all vehicle bookings, we require a minimum notice period of 4 hours.

2.5. Booking Areas

  • For bookings within London, a minimum notice period of 4 hours is required.
  • For bookings outside London but within the UK, a minimum notice period of 6 hours is required.
  • For worldwide bookings, a minimum notice period of 48 hours is required.

2.6. Children

When booking for children, please request child seats in the comments section and specify the children's ages and the type of seat required.

2.7. Conveyance of Animals

Customers wishing to bring animals on board must obtain prior permission from VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD and our partners. Guide dogs will always be accommodated. However, VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD reserve the right to refuse transportation of animals (excluding guide dogs) if prior arrangements were not made.

2.8. Policy on Passengers and Luggage

The luggage and seating capacities of our vehicles are clearly specified in our vehicle illustrations. When making a booking on the VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD website, any extra luggage will incur additional charges based on space availability. VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD reserves the right to refuse any luggage not agreed upon or unable to fit in the vehicle's trunk without compromising safety.

Likewise, the vehicle's seating capacity is clearly indicated, and passengers not included in the original booking may be refused if space becomes limited and safety is compromised.

2.9. Delays

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD cannot be held responsible for delays arising from extreme weather conditions, unforeseen traffic, GPS navigation errors, or any other circumstances beyond our control. We do not accept liability or offer compensation for financial losses resulting from such delays, including missed meetings, hotel bookings, flights, or connecting flights.

3. Penalties Caused Due to Customers

Any penalties, such as parking tickets, resulting from customer actions or failure to obtain prior approvals, will be charged to the customer, including special parking fees imposed by building management, etc.

3.1. Third-Party Website Bookings

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD does not accept responsibility for bookings made through third-party ground transportation service provider websites. We only accept direct bookings through the VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD website.

3.2. Change of Vehicle

In the event that a vehicle is unavailable due to sudden mechanical failure or other reasons, we will provide a substitute vehicle of a similar class.

Passenger No-Show Policy:

  • A "no-show" occurs when the passenger cannot be contacted through call, SMS, or email.
  • "No-show" refers to the cancellation of the customer's service for the booked period when the customer fails to appear at the pickup location. This policy may be waived if the customer and VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD agree to a later pickup time.
  • For airport pickups, the no-show period is 90 minutes.
  • For non-airport pickups, the no-show period is 30 minutes.
  • The chauffeur will be released with a full charge of the booking cost in the event of a passenger no-show.

4.1. No-Show Cancellations in Case of:

(a) Transfer Services

  • A no-show is only considered if the customer is absent without cancellation 30 minutes past the booked pickup time. In such cases, the full charge for the booked service must be paid, with no additional waiting time costs applied where possible.
  • Airport and train station pickups are considered no-shows when the customer has not cancelled at least 60 minutes prior to the pickup time. In these cases, the full charge for the booked service must be paid, with no extra waiting time costs applied where possible.

(b) Hourly Services of Less Than 1 Hour

  • A no-show is considered if the customer fails to show up during the entire booked period at the agreed pickup time and location. The full charge for the booking must be paid in such situations. The chauffeur will wait for 1 hour, regardless of the number of hours booked, and then consider it a no-show.
  • Airport and train station pickups are considered no-shows when the customer has not arrived for the booked hours after the agreed pickup time and location. The full charge for the booked service must be paid, with no extra waiting time costs applied where possible.

4.2. Cancellations

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD may cancel bookings due to unforeseen emergencies, driver unavailability, vehicle unavailability, or extreme weather conditions, and a full refund will be provided.

Customer cancellations:

  • Executive Car, People Carrier (MPV), and First Class bookings can be cancelled without charge up to 24 hours before the pickup time. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the booking will incur a 100% charge.
  • Cancellations can be made by phone, email, or through the VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD website.

4.3. Changes to Booking

Changes to the destination can be made during the ride and will be subject to review and additional mileage charges by VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD.

7.3 Price Changes

VIP Chauffeurs reserves the right to revise prices due to changes in fuel costs, taxes, or other external factors.

4.4. Behaviour in the Vehicle

All passengers are required to adhere to standard rules and laws while traveling with VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD Fleet:

Passenger safety is paramount.

  • Doors must remain closed while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Throwing objects from the vehicle is strictly prohibited.
  • Protruding body parts from the vehicle is not allowed.
  • Shouting from the vehicle is prohibited.
  • Smoking is not permitted within the vehicle.
  • Devices provided by VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD may be used by passengers after brief instructions from the chauffeur. If the actual distance or hours travelled are less than originally booked, the price remains unaffected.
  • Any form of physical or verbal abuse, threats, harassment, or inappropriate behaviour toward VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD staff or fellow passengers will not be tolerated. Passengers under the influence of alcohol or drugs whose behaviour poses a threat to the driver, the vehicle, or other passengers may be refused travel.

4.5. Lost Property

Items left in our vehicles will be handed over to the Lost and Found department. Customers can retrieve lost items by contacting their driver or our office. The cost of returning lost items, including transportation and courier fees, will be borne by the customer. However, we do not charge for storing lost items.

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD Chauffeurs are not responsible for any loss or damage to luggage or property unless it results from negligence by our chauffeur. Customer properties are transported entirely at their own risk, and VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD shall not be held liable for any loss or damage to such property.

4.6. Complaints

In the event of a complaint about our services, customers should seek assistance from the driver or our company at the time of the incident. If this does not resolve the issue, complaints should be submitted in writing within 12 days of the hire's termination date. The company will acknowledge all complaints within 12 days and will generally respond in full within 28 days.

5. Payments and Premiums:

5.1 Waiting Times for Transfer Services

For transfer services, the first 45 minutes of waiting time are free for airport pickups after the agreed pickup time. Non-airport pickups include 15 minutes of free waiting time. After this free waiting time, additional waiting time costs will be charged at a flat rate, calculated based on the hourly booking price for the pickup location area, including the vehicle category rate (including VAT).

5.2 Additional Distance for Hourly Bookings

VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD and its partners have a fixed mileage rate for hourly bookings. Any additional mileage beyond the hourly rate will incur extra charges, calculated based on the hourly booking price for the pickup location area, including the vehicle category rate (including VAT).

5.3 Terms of Payment and Transaction Fees

Customers can make payments using major credit cards. Payment will be processed immediately upon booking completion, with any additional charges incurred during the journey debited 24-48 hours after the trip concludes.

5.4 Invoice

Invoices are sent to customers as soon as their journey ends (provided no additional charges are incurred). Included with the invoice is a review form that can be sent back to us via email or through our social media pages. In cases where customers add extras, invoices and review forms will be sent within 24-48 hours after the journey ends.

5.5 Payments by Credit Card

Customers are responsible for any charges associated with currency conversion or local account variations. VIP CHAUFFEURS SERVICE LONDON LTD reserves the right to request credit cards and ID verification if any suspicious activity is suspected.

6. Amendments to Terms and Conditions

VIP Chauffeurs reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Clients will be notified of significant changes. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: info@vipchauffeursservice.co.uk | bookings@vipchauffeursservice.co.uk

Phone: +44 7940 029323 | 01895 6955612

Office Address: 6-9 The Square, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB11 1FW

Acceptance

By booking with VIP Chauffeurs, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

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