European Insurance Cover - Do I need a Green Card?

[saorbust]

I'm insured with Mercedes Insurance, and we are about to goto France for two weeks. I've been told by Mercedes Insurance that I don't need to get a green card anymore, and that I'm automatically covered.

Whilst this pleases me, I'm skeptical. Can someone confirm that you no longer need a green card to travel abroad ?

On another note, I asked them to change the details relating to my insurance policy and where we stored the vehicle. They stated that it would cost another £100 to change the location details, on the basis that it was a dodgy postcode. I sited the fact it would be stored in a concrete hardened building, with solid steel doors, 24 CCTV, Guard Dogs and all sorts. 'Still £100' sir. May as well park the car in front of a bus. They have no common sense.

Any help on the insurance appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[Alfie]

You do not need a green card for France or many other EU countries for that matter.

 

[scotth_uk]

Hmm. I am insured with Directline and they still issue the green cards. I have required and received one each time on my last few trips to France.

Scott

 

[Pietre]

Green cards can be issued if you desire, but your normal certificate is your replacement for carrying the green card, which i keep on me with my passport, driving licence, and log book.

 

[racall]

Without a green card are you covered comprensive ?. I was led to belive when you travel abroad cover is limited to TPFT or even just Road traffic act.I might be wrong thow.

 

[Pietre]

Basic cover is provided unless you have paid an additional premium, as far as I know.

 

[plgibson]

Green Card

I'm insured with Mercedes Insurance, and we are about to goto France for two weeks. I've been told by Mercedes Insurance that I don't need to get a green card anymore, and that I'm automatically covered.

Whilst this pleases me, I'm skeptical. Can someone confirm that you no longer need a green card to travel abroad ?

On another note, I asked them to change the details relating to my insurance policy and where we stored the vehicle. They stated that it would cost another £100 to change the location details, on the basis that it was a dodgy postcode. I sited the fact it would be stored in a concrete hardened building, with solid steel doors, 24 CCTV, Guard Dogs and all sorts. 'Still £100' sir. May as well park the car in front of a bus. They have no common sense.

Any help on the insurance appreciated.

Green card is now only a translation of your policy. Mercedes will issue one if pressed. Legally you are covered as at home.

Thanks.

Green card is now only a translation of your policy. Mercedes will issue one if pressed. Legally you are covered as at home

 

[saorbust]

Thanks to all. Very useful information !