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Temporary car insurance
Get flexible car cover for anything from 1 hour, up to 30 days. Only pay for the short-term cover you need – nothing more.
Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is underwritten by Aviva - arranged and administered by Dayinsure .
Why select temporary car insurance?
Common reasons for taking out short-term car insurance might include:
Whatever the situation, temporary car insurance offers you:
Terms, conditions and exclusions apply to all benefits. Excess applies. For more information, read:
What does Halifax Temporary Car Insurance cover?
Your policy will provide:
- comprehensive cover for loss, theft, damage and fire
- legal expenses – covering legal costs up to £5,000,000 related to claims made against you.
For full policy details, check out:
Get your temporary car insurance quote
Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is arranged and administered by Dayinsure.com Ltd. When getting a quote online you'll be taken to the Dayinsure.com Ltd website with a new privacy and cookie policy.
Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is underwritten by Aviva. RAC Motor Legal Expenses Insurance is underwritten by RAC Legal Services which is part of RAC Motoring Services (Registered Office: RAC House, Brockhurst Crescent, Walsall, WS5 4AW Registered No. 01424399). All are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for insurance mediation activities only.
Frequently asked questions
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The amount of excess varies and will be confirmed during the temporary car insurance quotation process. This is shown before you purchase, and in your insurance certificate and schedule if you go on to buy cover. The excess is the first part of any claim you must pay. For glass/windscreen claims the full excess is applicable.
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Halifax Temporary Car Insurance offers comprehensive cover. For detailed information about what’s included and excluded, please review the following documents:
Acceptance criteria (PDF, 70.5KB)
Insurance product information (PDF, 204KB)
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Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is available on cars and vans:
- with an engine size of 3,999cc or less
- under 3.5 tonnes in weight
- with 8 or fewer seats.
Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is available on motorhomes:
- with an engine size of 3,000cc or less
- under 5 tonnes in weight
- with at least one bed of 6 feet in length, wardrobe cupboards fitted, and has seating for diners at a table.
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Your temporary car insurance policy starts from the date and time you entered when you completed your quote and purchase. Your insurance certificate, which is your proof of insurance, should arrive within 15-30 minutes. If you don’t receive it, please email: [email protected]
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To qualify for Halifax Temporary Car Insurance, you need to:
- be aged 18 to 75 years
- have a valid GB driving licence
- have permission from the vehicle owner
- know the vehicle registration.
We can’t offer temporary car insurance if you are:
- 17 years old
- a learner driver.
Acceptance is also subject to other factors. These could include your location, occupation, driving experience and the car you’re looking to insure.
Help and guidance
Learn more about Halifax Temporary Car Insurance, and how to access support if you need it.
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Related topics
Halifax Temporary Car Insurance is arranged and administered by Dayinsure.com Ltd. Registered Office Mara House, Tarporley Business Centre, Nantwich Road, Tarporley, Cheshire CW6 9UY. Registered in England No 4996289. Dayinsure.com Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under registration number is 304010.
Halifax is a division of Bank of Scotland plc. Registered in Scotland No. SC327000. Registered Office: The Mound, Edinburgh EH1 1YZ. Bank of Scotland plc is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority under registration number 169628.