A temp student car insurance policy gives you a great way to get short-term cover and get you on the road without the need to shell out for annual insurance.
- Fully comprehensive cover
- Cover for 19+ year olds
- Flexible policies from hourly to weekly
- Protect car owner’s No Claims Bonus
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A guide to temp student car insurance
Getting affordable long-term cover as a student can be very difficult, if not impossible. Luckily there’s a way you can get cover without the need to get an expensive annual insurance policy. Temp student car insurance enables you to insure your own car or your parent’s car so you can drive with full peace of mind.
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Did you know?
There are many situations where temp student car insurance comes in handy, such as moving to and from university or borrowing a parent’s car.
How much does temp student car insurance cost?
The cost of a temp student car insurance policy will vary depending on the following things:
- Your age
- The car you’re insuring
- The level of cover you take out
- How long you need the cover to last
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When does temp student car insurance come in handy?
Below are some of the most common scenarios that students take temp insurance out for:
- Moving to/from University – If you want to move your possessions to/from your university campus yourself, then temp student car insurance is perfect for this since you can get cover for as little as one hour.
- Borrowing a parent’s car – If you want to use your parent’s car, whether it’s for a particular journey or just to get some practice outside your driving lessons, this is another great use for temp student car insurance.
- Holidays and road trips – If you’re planning a holiday or road trip in the UK, a temporary policy can cover you for the exact length of time you need.
- Emergencies – If there’s an emergency where you need to drive a car you’re no insured on, you can have cover in place within minutes.
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Are there any ways to save money on temp student car insurance?
Some good ways you can keep the costs of temp student car insurance down are:
- Increase excess – You can increase the voluntary excess you’d pay in the even of a claim if you want to reduce the cost of the policy.
- Limit cover options – It’s also a good idea to only get the level of cover you need, especially if you only need very short-term cover.
- Shop around – It’s always recommended that you shop around for as many quotes as possible if you want to save money.
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Temp Student Car Insurance FAQs
Why is regular car insurance so expensive for students?
Students are usually younger and newer drivers, which means they’re statistically more likely to be involved in an incident that requires a claim. For this reason, getting long-term annual insurance can often be very expensive, particularly if you’re 21 or younger. This is why temp student car insurance is such a popular choice.
What is the minimum and maximum amount of time I can get temp cover for?
You can get temp student car insurance for as little as one hour or as long as 28 days.
Can I get temp cover if I’m 17?
Most temp cover for students is for those 19 or older. If you’re 17 or 18, you can get a learner driver temp insurance policy.
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