If your van has been impounded and you need to get it back, then you’ll need to obtain van impound release insurance. Some of the reasons your van might have been impounded include:

  • Having no road tax
  • Being uninsured
  • Dangerous driving
  • Parking illegally
  • Driving without a licence

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A guide to van impound release insurance

Van impound release insurance is a temporary type of cover that will allow you to release your van from an impound provided you’re able to provide all the other necessary documents and release fee. Getting quotes is a quick and easy process and could save you a good deal of money.

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Did you know?

In most cases, your regular insurance won’t cover you for releasing your van from an impound. This is why you need specialist cover.

Why do I need van impound release insurance?

You might be wondering why you need van impound release insurance if you already have regular van insurance. The truth is that most regular van insurance policies don’t include cover for having your van released if it’s impounded. For this, you’ll need special impound release insurance that will cover you for a period of 30 days.

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What do I need to bring with me to have my van released?

The things you’ll need to bring with you in order to have your van release include:

  • The penalty ticket you were issued when your van was first impounded
  • Proof of identity
  • Proof of vehicle ownership
  • Proof of insurance
  • Proof of address
  • Valid MOT
  • Impound release fee

Did you know?

Getting quotes is one of the best ways to save money on van impound release insurance.
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Are there any ways to save money on van impound release insurance?

Yes, a couple of good ways to save money are:

  • Arrange cover as soon as possible – When a van or any other type of vehicle is impounded, it will usually accrue more fees the longer it’s in the impound. For this reason, it’s recommended that you arrange cover and get it released as soon as possible.
  • Get as many quotes as you can – Another great way to save money on van impound release insurance is to get quotes from many different insurance providers.

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Van Impound Release Insurance FAQs

How long do I need van impound release insurance for?

Van impound release insurance is 30 days as standard as this is the minimum level of time required to have it by law.

Will the cost of my regular van insurance be affected?

Taking out van impound release insurance won’t affect it but the reason your van was impounded might, especially if it was something more serious such as it being used in a crime.

Is my van guaranteed to be released when I have the right insurance?

No, just having insurance in place alone isn’t a guarantee your van will be released. You’ll also need to have all the correct documentation with you as well as the correct release fee.

How long will it take for me to be covered?

You can have cover in place in a matter of minutes and will receive your insurance documents by email, which you can then show at the impound to get your van released.

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