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Originally Posted by sreedotk @Jazz. It is the same in US. Although they can add you as an additional driver authorised to drive the vehicle. But on an International Driving permit it is difficult. If you have an US license it is more easier. It is more for the immediate relatives also. Check with Students community there as they usually pool money and buy a car and so they might know what the process is.
When i was in US - In early 2001-04 I had an US license even though i was only on a visit visa so i could be added to my company's car fleet insurance. At that time it was not necessary to have a Social Security number and i could do a personal declaration. I dont think it is the case any more |
Thanks, I guess you've cleared my doubts. I will scout for Students community. 'Cause, this time I'm planning for a 3 months stay in US. Getting a US license is also ruled out as you'd mentioned - Social Security No. is required. Quote:
Originally Posted by Raja @ Jazz
In reference to your UK question, the easy answer is NO.
It's note really possible for visitors to drive relative/friends cars in UK while on short visits.
Most insurance companies either flatly refuse to quote additional foreign licence holders or quote an increased premium of many multiples (2 - 3 times original premium), in effect discouraging you from taking out the insurance.
For US, I have no idea, but 'sreedotk' has answered the question very well. |
Thank you very much, even though your answer was negative. I paid close to 13 pounds a day as Insurance along with my hired Car. And that was an additional amount to keep my liability to as low as 100 pounds in case of an accident. I don't know the normal Insurance amount charged, since it was included in the overall hire charges for the Car.
Last edited by jaaz : 20th November 2010 at 00:02.
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