Government workers, military personnel, and government contractors visiting St. Thomas and the U.S. Virgin Islands have specific rental car needs. Alamo, Enterprise, and National all offer options for government and contractor rentals at Cyril E. King Airport (STT).
Government Rental Rates
All three brands — Alamo, Enterprise, and National — participate in the U.S. Government Car Rental Program, which offers negotiated government rates for official travel:
- Federal government employees on official travel
- Military personnel on orders
- Government contractors with appropriate authorization
Required Documentation
For government rate rentals at STT, you typically need:
- Official government travel orders
- Government ID or Common Access Card (CAC)
- Government travel card or personal credit card
- Travel authorization or approval documentation
Booking Government Rates
Government rates are typically booked through:
- The Defense Travel System (DTS) for military and DoD
- The brand's government booking portal
- Travel management companies with government contracts
- By calling the rental brand's government desk
Contractor Rentals
Government contractors working on St. Thomas may qualify for:
- Corporate rates through their company's rental program
- Government rates when on official government contracts
- Long-term rental discounts for extended assignments
Enterprise Government Program
Enterprise has a strong government rental program with:
- Federal and state government rate plans
- Centralized billing for government accounts
- Dedicated government account managers
- Online booking tools for government travelers
National Government Program
National also offers government rates and:
- Emerald Club benefits for government travelers
- Skip-the-counter service at STT
- Corporate billing for government accounts
Long-Term Assignments
For government and contractor personnel on long-term assignments to St. Thomas:
- Monthly rentals offer the best value
- Corporate accounts provide centralized billing
- Pre-approved driver lists speed up pickup
- Dedicated account managers handle issues
St. Thomas Military Presence
St. Thomas has a military history and some government facilities. Government and military personnel visiting for official business should ensure their rental agreement covers their entire assignment period.
Tips for Government Travelers
- Book through official channels (DTS or government booking portal)
- Carry travel orders and government ID
- Use the government travel card when possible
- Verify that the rental covers your entire assignment
- All rental vehicles are authorized for St. John travel
- Compare government rates across all three brands
