Bringing your own car

Does my overseas car insurance cover me in Britain?

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Short answerIt may, but you need to check with your insurer and carry the proof of insurance required for your circumstances.

What you need to know

GOV.UK gives specific guidance for vehicles insured in EU/EEA-related countries and for countries inside or outside the green card system.

Contact your own insurer before travel rather than assuming your domestic cover automatically applies.

Important for this situation

If your own foreign policy already provides valid UK cover, buying another policy may be unnecessary.

Need short-term car insurance?

If you are eligible and need temporary cover, you can compare available short-term insurance quotes and check the territorial limits of the policy offered before you buy.

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