FAQ What is an Expat?

What is an Expat?

Why choose what is an expat??

From 1-28 days. You only pay for the cover you want and only when you need it.

Drive away cover while waiting for your annual policy.

Protects your no claims discount. Fully comp insurance for peace of mind.

An expatriate (often shortened to expat) is simply a person living in a country other than their native country. Often this refers to individuals who have been sent abroad to work by their employers; or perhaps retired individuals who have chosen to live outside of their native country. So if you were born in London, you now live in Australia, but you’re returning to the UK to visit family or friends – The Expat scheme is the right scheme for you.

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Since its inception in 2006, Tempcover has been dedicated to providing the best temporary vehicle insurance possible to hundreds of thousands of drivers.

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Does exactly what you want

Does exactly what you want. I needed temporary insurance it was cheap quick and easy. Nice touch with the text reminding when it was about to expire. Would definitely use again if the situation required it many thanks

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Yesterday

Exceptionally easy to complete online

This is the second time I have used Tempcover.com and once again the policy could be arranged in minutes, all exceptionally easy to complete online and documents are emailed to you on completion. Whats not to like great service for short term cover.

Anonymous

4 Days Ago

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Love this company i use them often when test driving cars or borrowing a car, van or bike cheep reliable. doing it on line is so easy

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1 Week Ago

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