Visiting the UK from the EU?
If you plan to drive while you’re here, you may need short‑term car insurance. Compare quotes now and find the right cover in minutes.
Why short‑term insurance might be your best option
If you’re borrowing a car from a friend or family member, you still need valid UK car insurance — it’s a legal requirement.
However, many traditional insurers will refuse cover if you don’t have:
- A UK address
- A UK driving licence
That’s where short‑term car insurance comes in. It’s designed specifically for visitors like you.
What is short‑term car insurance?
- Buy online in just a few minutes
- Lasts from 1 day up to 84 days (and can usually be renewed)
- Ideal if you’re borrowing or temporarily using a car in the UK
It works much like a standard annual policy — except you choose how long it lasts, and it can cover either your own car or a borrowed one.
What’s covered — and what’s not
Our short‑term policies offer comprehensive cover as standard, protecting:
- Damage to your own vehicle
- Damage to other people’s property
- Injury to others
They don’t usually cover:
- Additional drivers (unless added to the policy)
- Driving other vehicles apart from the one named
Cost — is it worth it?
Day‑by‑day, short‑term cover can be more expensive than annual insurance — but for visitors, it’s often far cheaper than arranging a full‑year policy.
Many UK insurers won’t cover borrowed cars for non‑residents at all, making short‑term insurance not just the most economical choice — but sometimes the only choice.
Types of cover for visitors
- Third party – covers injury or property damage to others, not your own car
- Comprehensive – covers third‑party risks plus damage to your own car
All policies offered via this site are comprehensive by default.
How to buy
- Fill in a quick online form (takes seconds)
- Our system matches you with providers who can cover you
- Get instant quotes online
- Once you choose, provide:
- Your driving licence details
- Proof of identity
- Car registration number and postcode where it’s kept
You can be insured and ready to drive in just minutes.
Who can apply?
- Hold a full EU driving licence for at least 12 months
- Are aged 25–70 (typical range — may vary)
- Can provide:
- Your passport and driving licence
- The UK postcode of the car’s keeper
- The car’s registration number
Conclusion
For EU visitors driving temporarily in the UK, short‑term car insurance is usually:
- The most practical
- The most economical
- Often the only way to get legal cover
Get your free quote now and drive in the UK with confidence.
