The personal information you need to take out temporary cover is:
- Your full name
- Your date of birth
- Your address
- Your occupation
- Your driving licence number
- Any no claims bonus you might have
- Your driving history
- Your email address
- Your payment details
You’ll also need to have the relevant information about the car you’re insuring. This includes:
- The make and model of the car
- The registration number
- The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
- The estimated annual mileage
- The value of the car
Yes, a couple of things:
- The level of cover you want (Third party only; Third party, fire and theft; or fully comprehensive).
- Any other named drivers you want to add to the policy.
It’s important to mention that you cannot get temporary car insurance for a hired car. You can find more information on vehicle insurance requirements here.
