Car insurance

Once you have bought a ‘new’ car, you need to take out an insurance policy. This can be done quickly and easily online. There are many insurance companies. Here is a brief explanation of what to look out for when taking out car insurance.

Getting car insurance does not have to be complicated.

You can find many insurance companies online where you can buy car insurance. Always read reviews and information in the small print carefully.

Most commonly provided packages:

• WA car insurance is liability insurance. WA car insurance is legally required for anyone who owns a car. With this insurance you are covered if you cause damage to another person with your car. Most people who own a car 10 years old or older choose WA car insurance.
• WA+Beperkt Casco verzekering car insurance covers damage caused to other people and damage to your own vehicle. WA+ Beperkt Casco verzekering car insurance is also referred to as WA-Plus or WA Beperkt Casco. Most people who own a car between 6 and 10 years old choose WA+ Beperkt Casco insurance. This insurance covers, among other things: glass damage, theft and burglary, fire, storm and natural damage.
• All Risk insurance is the most comprehensive car insurance. All risk car insurance covers damage caused to your own car. Even if you have caused the damage yourself. All Risk insurance is also known as WA Volledig Casco. Most people with a car 6 years and younger choose All Risk insurance.

What do you need to buy car insurance?

• Your vehicle registration number
• Your own date of birth
• Your address details
• Bank account number for debiting your insurance account
• Number of years without claim (schadevrij jaren)
• Choose which insurance: WA, WA+ or Allrisk.
• Number of kilometres driven per year

The insurance company may ask for additional information or documents.

You should read the general terms and conditions of the insurance carefully before taking out the insurance. This will ensure that there are no surprises in the event of damage or cancellation.