{"id":889,"date":"2022-10-13T17:06:03","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T17:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/?p=889"},"modified":"2022-10-13T17:06:03","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T17:06:03","slug":"can-you-drive-to-canada-or-mexico-with-sr-22-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/sr-22-tips\/can-you-drive-to-canada-or-mexico-with-sr-22-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Drive to Canada or Mexico with SR-22 Insurance?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For most Americans, the idea of traveling to another country is a special occasion. But if you live in a city near an international border \u2014 think San Diego, El Paso, Detroit, Seattle, Tucson, or Buffalo \u2014 then you might be used to leaving and entering the US all the time.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But what happens when you suddenly need <\/span>SR-22 insurance<\/span><\/a>? Will it be just as simple as it was before to cross the border? How does SR-22 insurance work when you want to drive to Canada or Mexico?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Can I Drive to<\/span><\/b> Mexico with SR-22 Insurance?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

American car insurance doesn\u2019t cover drivers when they enter Mexico, and that includes SR-22 insurance as well. This is because Mexico requires liability insurance from a Mexican insurance company for any vehicle that operates on Mexican roads.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, a <\/span>good SR-22 insurance company<\/span><\/a> can likely provide you with the separate coverage you need while driving in Mexico. What is actually happening here is that you\u2019re getting a new, temporary policy issued by a branch of the company located and licensed in Mexico.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll pay a separate premium for the extra coverage, which will be active during the dates you specify. If you\u2019re planning an extended trip, it\u2019s always a good idea to add a few days of insurance coverage in case you\u2019re unexpectedly delayed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a <\/span>non-car owner<\/span><\/a> renting a car for your trip to Mexico or if you\u2019ll be driving someone else\u2019s car, remember that there are different types of SR-22 insurance that cover different driving situations. So, if your SR-22 insurance only covers you while driving your own car, then you can get into a lot of trouble if you\u2019re caught entering the US while driving another car. If you\u2019re not sure what type of SR-22 insurance you have, get in touch with your insurance company before driving to Mexico and make sure you have the <\/span>right SR-22 coverage<\/span><\/a> both inside and outside the country.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Can I Drive to<\/span><\/b> Canada with SR-22 Insurance?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Compared to driving in Mexico, car insurance in Canada is less complicated. Most American car insurance policies, including SR-22 insurance policies, will cover you while you\u2019re driving in Canada. Just make sure to carry a copy of your policy documents and ID card in case you\u2019re involved in an accident or if a customs and border agent asks to see them.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As with driving to Mexico, make sure that you have the <\/span>right type of SR-22<\/span><\/a> insurance if you\u2019re driving to Canada in a car that you don\u2019t own.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A few car insurance companies don\u2019t cover you while you\u2019re in Canada. That\u2019s why it\u2019s always a good idea to call your SR-22 insurance company before your trip to confirm your coverage. If you\u2019re not insured in Canada, then you\u2019ll want to <\/span>shop for SR-22 insurance<\/span><\/a> to cover you for your trip.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you plan to be in Canada for an extended period or if you drive to Canada often, then consider getting a Canada Non-Resident Inter-Province Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Card (or yellow card for short). This is the standard proof of insurance that Canadian border patrol agents and police officers will look for when they ask to see your proof of insurance. Your American insurance ID card will technically work as well, but the process is much faster and smoother when you have a yellow card. Your car insurance company should be able to provide you with a yellow card before your trip to Canada.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n

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