My insurer, RSA through 50+ ins, will not provide an upgrade on my Conp ins to give Comp ins for a trip to France. They say to get a short term policy from Customs on arrival in France. This would mean claiming through a french company, with the potential problems associated. Can anyone confirm, and cost for 8 days. Alternatively is there a UK company which would offer a temp policy?

Around half of the motorists in the UK don’t know what their car insurance policy covers them for when driving abroad. Steve Sweeney, head of home and motor insurance, shows you which clauses to watch out for when driving in Europe…

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