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Car insurance in Hungary: do Ukrainians need to take out a local car insurance policy?

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Car insurance in Hungary: do Ukrainians need to take out a local car insurance policy?

Hungary is a popular destination for living, travelling or transit among Ukrainians. Find out whether Ukrainians need to take out local car insurance in Hungary or whether a Green Card is sufficient

Issuing a policy Green card for traveling abroad by car
Issuing a policy Green card for traveling abroad by car
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When entering Hungary by car, it is important for Ukrainian citizens to understand the insurance rules in order to avoid possible fines and problems on the roads. The question of whether it is necessary to take out a local motor third party liability policy (basic compulsory insurance) or whether an international Green Card is sufficient is of concern to many motorists.


Do I need a local motor third party liability policy?


If you are planning a short-term stay in Hungary, the Ukrainian Green Card is a sufficient document confirming the availability of insurance coverage. ‘The Green Card covers the driver's liability for causing damage to third parties in the countries participating in the international system, including Hungary. This means that Ukrainians do not need to take out a separate local motor third party liability policy for a short stay.


Therefore, for a short-term trip to this country, you can use the Green Card. You can get this policy quickly and at favourable prices on the Visit Ukraine portal.


However, if you are going to stay in Hungary for a longer period of time or reside there permanently, you may need to obtain a local insurance policy. In such cases, it is better to consult with Hungarian insurance companies to avoid misunderstandings.




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How to get local insurance in Hungary?


To take out a local motor third party liability policy in Hungary, you need to contact one of the local insurance companies. 


The following documents are required to apply for a policy:


- Driver's licence (vezetői engedély).

- Vehicle registration certificate (forgalmi engedély).

- Data on the bonus malus (information on insurance history, if applicable).

- Conclusion of the contract and payment. After submitting all the necessary documents and agreeing on the insurance terms, the contract is concluded and the insurance premium is paid.


Please note that Hungarian citizenship is not a prerequisite for obtaining a local insurance policy. 


Local motor third-party liability insurance can be obtained from such insurers as Allianz Hungária Zrt., UNIQA Biztosító Zrt., Generali Biztosító, Aegon Magyarország Általános Biztosító Zrt.


We remind you! If you are planning to drive from Ukraine to Hungary by your own car, you need to familiarise yourself with the rules for drivers in the country in advance. We have previously talked about border crossing, necessary documents, convenient routes from Ukraine to Hungary and the main provisions of the traffic code.


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