What insurance is required for a trip from Georgia to Bulgaria?+
You need third-party liability insurance that is valid in all countries along the route. Since the standard route from Georgia to Bulgaria passes through Turkey, the insurance document must cover at least Turkey and Bulgaria. For a vehicle registered in Georgia, such a document may be a Green Card. You can purchase a Green Card from the Georgian insurance broker DEDA.
Can a Green Card be issued for a vehicle with Georgian registration plates?+
Yes, a Green Card can be issued for a vehicle registered in Georgia. You can purchase a Green Card from the Georgian insurance broker DEDA. Availability depends on the vehicle category, registration documents, insurance period and the insurer's rules.
Is the Green Card valid in both Turkey and Bulgaria?+
This depends on the territorial coverage of the specific certificate. Before travelling, make sure that the international codes TR for Turkey and BG for Bulgaria are not crossed out on the Green Card.
Can Polish OC graniczne be used for a route through Turkey?+
No. Polish OC graniczne should not be used as insurance for the territory of Turkey. This policy is valid only in EEA countries and Switzerland included in its territorial coverage. For the Turkish section of the route, you need a Green Card with a valid TR code or local Turkish border insurance.
Is OC graniczne valid for entering Bulgaria?+
Yes. OC graniczne is valid in Bulgaria.
Can insurance be purchased only at the Bulgarian border?+
The availability of border insurance and the conditions for purchasing it should be checked in advance. It is safer to arrange an insurance document covering the entire route before starting the trip.
What documents are required?+
Usually, you need the vehicle registration document, registration number, VIN, make and model, vehicle type, policyholder details, insurance start date, required insurance period and the full travel route.
Can insurance be arranged for a truck?+
Availability for commercial trucks depends on the vehicle category, type of use, registration documents and the insurer's tariffs. Additional approval may be required for commercial vehicles.
Can the policy be arranged entirely online?+
Yes. The application, document submission, data verification, payment and delivery of the completed insurance document can all be handled remotely. Some vehicle categories may require additional approval.
When is the best time to submit an application?+
It is recommended to submit the application 1–2 business days before departure. This allows time to verify the registration documents, the route through Turkey, the policy's territorial coverage and the accuracy of all details.
What should be checked in the issued policy?+
Check the registration number, VIN, country of registration, vehicle category, start date, validity period and countries covered. For a route through Turkey and Bulgaria, it is especially important to confirm coverage under the TR and BG codes.