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What is temporary European insurance?
Whether you are embarking on a road trip to see all of the amazing attractions Europe has to offer or taking a business trip, you can be safe in knowing that you have a comprehensive level of cover for the duration of your journey.
Since you only pay for the cover you need, temporary car insurance to drive in Europe is a cost-effective option when insuring your car. Our temp insurance policies give you comprehensive cover, so, should something happen, you know you’ll be covered.
How to get temporary European car insurance
You only pay for the cover you need, whether it’s on a vehicle you own or one you are borrowing.
Fill out the quick and simple form
All we need are some basic personal details, including your name and DOB, your GB driving licence number, and the registration number of the car.
Discover the policy price
Pick a duration, when you’d like the cover to start and if you need any extras, like breakdown cover.
Pay and drive away!
Just enter your payment details, using a debit or credit card to finalise your cover.
Am I eligible for temporary European car insurance?
Whether you are travelling for a week, 30 days or just looking for day insurance, European cover from Dayinsure can make sure you have motor insurance for the exact duration of your trip.
If you are just popping over to France for a day, our 1-day European car insurance can help, but for longer trips, our short term car insurance can extend to 30 days (although additional policies can be taken out to cover you for longer).
Please note that journeys must start and finish with the insured vehicle being located within Great Britain, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
To be eligible for our temporary European car insurance, you must:
- Have a valid GB driving licence
- Be aged between 18 and 75 years
- Have a current, permanent address in the UK.
For more information on who is eligible for insurance, be sure to consult our car insurance acceptance criteria.
Why choose temporary European car insurance from Dayinsure?
Flexibility
Flexible cover from 1 hour to 30 days for cars, vans or motorhomes, with learner drivers able to be insured for up to 5 months.
Freedom
Everyday freedom, fully covered. Drive when you need to. With flexible cover for one-off trips on vehicles worth up to £75,000.
Control
Arrange cover in minutes. Only pay when life says go, with app-based control to extend, cancel or manage your insurance easily.
Peace of mind
Underwritten by leading insurers including Aviva and Mulsanne, with support from Allianz and RAC.
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Car insurance for all situations from Dayinsure
Whatever type of flexible cover you’re looking for, whether that’s weekend car insurance, temporary van insurance, short-term motorhome cover, or even temporary learner driver insurance, Dayinsure can get you a policy in next to no time.
Our expert and friendly team can answer any queries – get in touch or head to our help and support page, which has an array of useful information about our policies and the vehicles we can insure.
European car insurance FAQs
Have any questions about Dayinsure temporary European car insurance? We’ve put together the answers to our most frequently asked questions below.
A GB driving licence will mean you are eligible to drive elsewhere, however, you may also need an international driving permit. Known as an IDP, whether or not you’ll need a permit will depend on where you are travelling and for how long, but if required it is essential that you have one.
Consult the Gov website to find out whether you will need a permit.
Depending on where you drive, you may need additional features or some additional accessories in your vehicle when travelling in Europe. For example, in many European countries you’ll need to display a GB sticker on the back of your vehicle. You may also need other things like a hi-vis warning triangle or breathalyser kit, depending on where you travel.
Wondering which countries you should visit on your European road trip? To help you narrow down your wish list, in our article, the best European countries to drive in, we ranked each country on a range of factors to discover the best, ready for you to craft the perfect road trip itinerary. The rankings of each nation take into account criteria such as road length, quality of roads, and vehicles per 1,000 people. So, if you are looking for your next destination, check out the rankings and then pick up some temporary European car insurance.
Europe is a big place, and from country to country there are a lot of changes in driving style, driving laws and terrains. If you are about to take your first trip to Europe, or perhaps just want to brush up on your skills before your next exploration.
Our temporary car insurance options are fantastic for your needs. Whether attending a conference in France for business or organising a month-long European road trip, we will be able to insure you so all you need to worry about is where to visit first.
If you visit our Dayinsure Help and Support page, you will find helpful articles, documents, and instructions on all things temporary insurance. So, if you are planning your first road trip abroad and have never had to get temporary insurance before, make sure to visit this section. If you would like any further assistance, you can also get in touch with us via Live Chat or email us on support@dayinsure.com.