What insurance does a vehicle from Kazakhstan need to enter Poland?+
To enter Poland, the vehicle must have valid motor third-party liability insurance recognized in Poland. This may be a Green Card purchased from the Kazakhstan insurance broker DIONIS (https://dionis-insurance.kz/ru/green-card) or, if the eligibility requirements are met, a Polish OC graniczne policy.
Which is better: Green Card or OC graniczne?+
The choice depends on the route, duration of the trip and availability of the specific product. A Green Card is usually arranged before the trip and may cover several countries within the Green Card system. OC graniczne is a separate temporary insurance contract and is valid only within the territory specified in the policy (EEA countries and Switzerland only). Availability of a Green Card for a vehicle registered in Kazakhstan can be checked with the insurance broker DIONIS.
Does the Polish policy cover the entire route from Kazakhstan?+
No. OC graniczne is valid only in EEA countries and Switzerland. Transit countries before reaching the border of the European Economic Area must be checked separately, and local border insurance may need to be purchased for them. For example, if you transit through Russia, you can purchase an insurance policy from the Kazakhstan insurance broker DIONIS.
Is OC graniczne suitable for travelling from Poland to other EU countries?+
The policy may be used in other countries only if those countries are explicitly included in the territorial coverage stated in the policy. Before travelling, each country on the route should be checked against the policy.
Can insurance be arranged for a truck from Kazakhstan?+
Insurance may be available for trucks, but the tariff and eligibility for issuance depend on the vehicle category, its use, registration documents and the insurer's rules.
Can the policy be arranged entirely online?+
Yes. The application, document submission, calculation and delivery of the completed policy can be handled remotely. In some cases, additional manual verification of the documents may be required. According to guidance from the Polish Motor Insurers' Bureau (PBUK), the vehicle must physically be at the Polish border or within the territory of Poland.
What documents are required?+
Normally, you will need the vehicle registration document, registration number, VIN, make and model, vehicle type, policyholder details, insurance start date and insurance period.
When is the best time to submit the application?+
It is recommended to submit the application 1–2 business days before the planned entry into Poland. This allows time to verify the Kazakhstan registration documents, vehicle category and travel route.
How can I verify the issued policy?+
Once the insurance period has started, information about the Polish policy can be checked through the official UFG service. Before travelling, you should also independently verify the vehicle registration number, VIN, policy period and territorial coverage in the document you receive.