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Third-Party Liability (Mandatory)

  • Damage to others
  • Theft, joyriding, and missing persons
  • Window damage
  • Damage caused by fire or natural disasters
  • Damage to one's own vehicle caused by a collision

Limited Comprehensive Coverage

  • Damage to others
  • Theft, joyriding, and missing persons
  • Window damage
  • Damage caused by fire or natural disasters
  • Damage to one's own vehicle caused by a collision

All-Risk (Liability + Comprehensive)

  • Damage to others
  • Theft, joyriding, and missing persons
  • Window damage
  • Damage caused by fire or natural disasters
  • Damage to one's own vehicle caused by a collision

Everything You Need to Know About Car Insurance Without a Driver's License

Buying a car without a driver’s license is possible. Once you have a car registered in your name, you’ll also needto purchase auto insurancefor the vehicle. But that’s when you run into a problem. Some insurers won’t provideauto insurancefor a car ownerwithout a driver’s license—even if the primary driver is someone else who does have a license. Still, there are ways toinsure acar without a driver’s license.

There is a logical reason behind therequirement to insurea car. Driving a car involves significant risks. Even a minor steering error while driving at, say, 100 kilometers per hour can have serious consequences. You cover the financial damage with liability insurance (third-party auto insurance).

How do you buy a car without a driver's license?

Whentransferringownership, a driver’s license is often used to verify the new owner’s identity, but it’s not required. You can also use an ID card or a passport. These days, you can even transfer car ownership online. You log in with your DigiD, so you don’t needa driver’s licensefor the transfer when using this method either. After transferring ownership, you might be in for a surprise. Not all insurers are willing to insure the car.

Is it possible to insure a car without a driver's license?

Normally, insuring a car is easy. Without a driver’s license, it’s a bit trickier, but don’t panic. Even in that case, you can still compare options and choose thecar insurance policythat best suits your needs in terms of coverage and premium. That’s because our car insurance comparison tool already distinguishes between insurers that do and don’t require a driver’s license. So, even without a driver’s license, you can use the comparison tool to compare and purchase car insurance.

Does the regular driver need to have a driver's license?

You are not allowed to drive a car without a driver’s license. It is, of course, a criminal offense. Driving without a driver’s license is also prohibited under your auto insurance policy. In that case, your auto insurance will not providecoverage. In the event of damage, the insurer may pay the other party, but the costs may still be recovered from you. Therefore, you won’t be able to list a regular driver without a driver’s license when applying for auto insurance.

What if you lose your driver's license due to a serious traffic violation?

A serious traffic violation can result in the loss of your driver’s license. This does not necessarily affect an existing auto insurance policy. Of course, it goes without saying that you are no longer allowed to drive a car without a driver’s license. However, taking out a new auto insurance policy without a driver’s license can be more difficult. When taking out a new car insurance policy, one of the questions you’ll be asked may be: “Have you ever been disqualified from driving?” Losing your driver’s license due to a traffic violation therefore has consequences.

Frequently Asked Questions About Driver's Licenses

Can I get insurance without a driver's license?

Not all insurers can insure your vehicle if you yourself do not have a driver’s license(even temporarily). However, as the registered owner, you are required by law to have auto insurance for your vehicle. Read more>>

How can I renew my driver's license?

All new driver's licenses issued are valid for a period of 10 years. This means that a driver's license must be renewed every ten years. Read more >>

I lost my driver's license. How much does a new driver's license cost?

If you have lost your driver’s license or if it has been stolen, you must always file a report with the police. If this happens while you are abroad—for example, while on vacation—file a report with the police in the Netherlands. If you have lost your driver’s license , the fees for applying for a new one vary by municipality. Read more >>

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