Can someone drive my car if they are not on my insurance UK?
It might be an emergency or you may have permission from the car owner, but that doesn't mean it's legal. Unless you're a 'named driver' on their car insurance, you almost certainly won't be insured. And both the driver and car owner can run into trouble if caught without the necessary cover.
Can I add a driver to my insurance UK?
Adding someone to your car insurance is simple. You just need to get in touch with your insurer and let them know the details of your additional driver(s). Make sure to include full details of any convictions and claims they might have or you could be committing insurance fraud.
Does car insurance cover unnamed driver?
Any driver with a valid driving licence driving with your permission (but if such person resides with the Main Driver, i.e. a Household Member, you must name such person as a Named Driver in order for them to be covered). The Unnamed Driver Excess and the Named Driver Excess may apply.
How much does it cost to add a driver to car insurance UK?
If you're adding a named driver during the term of your existing policy, this change is known as a mid-term adjustment (MTA) and there will usually be an admin fee to pay, often between £15 and £30.
Can someone drive my car if they are not on my insurance UK?
It might be an emergency or you may have permission from the car owner, but that doesn't mean it's legal. Unless you're a 'named driver' on their car insurance, you almost certainly won't be insured. And both the driver and car owner can run into trouble if caught without the necessary cover.
Can you add a named driver to an existing policy?
For existing car insurance policies you can either phone up your insurer to ask them to add a named driver to your policy or, if you have an online account, you may simply be able to sign in and make the change online.
Do I need to add named driver?
If there's someone else who frequently drives your car, you should. This is because your car insurance policy covers your authorised driver. An authorised driver is anyone you allow to drive your car. But if this person's details is not listed in the policy document, there may be an additional excess imposed.
Does car insurance cover all driver?
Your car insurance typically will cover other drivers operating your vehicle if they're listed on the policy. This may include your spouse or significant other, your parents, your siblings or your children. It also may include other household members.
What is unnamed driver excess?
Unnamed driver excess refers to the excess that you have to pay as well as the excess and Additional excess, if they apply, as shown in the schedule or certificate of insurance when you make a claim on your policy.