Mini Hull for a trip to Ukraine: what does the insurance cover in wartime?

Find out how Mini Hull Insurance for travelling to Ukraine can protect your car from risks, including damage, accidents and war risks. Convenient and affordable solution with flexible terms and minimum documents for foreign drivers
In Ukraine, in an unstable situation like in wartime, car insurance is an important aspect of travelling safety. Travelling to Ukraine requires special attention to car protection, as road accidents and other risks can significantly affect your experience. Moreover, during the period of martial law, car protection becomes no less important than personal safety.
Mini Hull is a specially designed programme for foreign drivers that allows you to cover the risks associated with damage or loss of a car in an unstable situation, including military risks.
What risks may arise when travelling to Ukraine?
The situation on the roads of Ukraine under martial law has changed significantly. The main risks that drivers may face include:
❗️ Changes in road conditions, roadblocks, traffic restrictions and regular document checks, which may make travelling more difficult.
❗️ Increased risks of vehicle damage due to military operations, such as shelling, damage to infrastructure or entering a war zone.
❗️ The need to quickly repair or evacuate a car in case of damage or breakdown, which can be a difficult task in wartime.
In this regard, it is important to take care of the protection of your vehicle in advance. Take out insurance right now and protect your car from unforeseen situations.
Mini Hull: what is it and for whom?
Mini Hull is a lightweight version of the classic Hull policy, designed specifically for foreign drivers who do not want to overpay for full coverage. This car insurance provides basic protection against the main risks associated with car damage or loss, but at a more affordable price.
The advantage of Mini Hull is a simplified application process, as well as the ability to take out short-term policies, which is ideal for tourists or temporary travellers.
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What does Mini Hull cover during martial law?
According to the terms and conditions on Visit Ukraine portal, Mini Hull offers the following types of coverage:
Economy: indemnity in the event of an accident involving another car.
Basic: coverage of losses in the event of an accident with another vehicle and indemnity in the event of complete destruction of the car as a result of natural disasters.
Maximum + War Risks: includes all the above-mentioned coverages and additionally protects against passive war risks, as well as covers towing services if necessary.
Mini Hull provides important protection under martial law, taking into account possible risks associated with the conflict, and helps car owners feel more confident.
How to take out Mini Hull for a trip to Ukraine?
You can take out Mini Hull for a trip to Ukraine quickly and conveniently through the Visit Ukraine portal. The process of applying for insurance online requires minimal effort: it is enough to provide a passport and a car registration certificate.
The flexibility of the policies allows you to choose the insurance period, which can vary from several days to several months, depending on the needs of the traveller. This is especially convenient for those who come to Ukraine for a short trip.
We remind you! Getting compensation after an accident when the culprit does not have a motor third party liability insurance policy can be a difficult task, but there are certain steps that can help you get paid. We told you what the correct algorithm of actions is in such a situation.
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