UK car insurance and ICBC penalties
Jul 30th 2021, 10:53 pm
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UK car insurance and ICBC penalties
We’re moving back to the UK later this year and I’m wondering if I have to declare penalties I received from ICBC when I get car insurance in the UK? It seems that the insurers all understand UK penalty points but there’s no direct comparison to ones in BC? Any pointers? Thanks!
Aug 3rd 2021, 12:14 am
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Re: UK car insurance and ICBC penalties
We’re moving back to the UK later this year and I’m wondering if I have to declare penalties I received from ICBC when I get car insurance in the UK? It seems that the insurers all understand UK penalty points but there’s no direct comparison to ones in BC? Any pointers? Thanks!
I would suspect it comes down to how they ask the question, such as 'have you had any convictions?' vs have you had any conviction in the UK?'
I don't think it is ever wise to be less than honest with an insurer, it may save a bit on premium, but if they refuse a claim or subrogate, it can get expensive.
