Green Card for a Car in Germany

As of today, the Motor (Transport) Insurance Bureau of Ukraine (MTSBU) sets uniform tariffs for passenger cars (Category B), regardless of the type of engine.

Main pricing rules:

• Equal conditions: the cost of a Green Card policy for an electric vehicle (Tesla, Nissan Leaf, etc.), a hybrid, or a car with a conventional petrol/diesel engine is exactly the same.
• Determining factors: the price depends solely on the type of vehicle (passenger car, truck, bus, motorcycle), the selected coverage period (from 15 days to 1 year), and the current official euro exchange rate.

When purchasing insurance for your electric vehicle on the polis24.com.ua website, you select the standard “Passenger Car” category. The polis24 calculator will quickly calculate the exact final price without any additional coefficients based on the type of powertrain.

Yes. The requirement to have an international insurance certificate applies not only to European Union countries but also to other states that are members of the international Green Card system.

• Moldova and Turkey: are full members of the international Green Card system. When crossing the border into these countries by car with Ukrainian registration, having a valid Green Card policy is strictly mandatory. Without it, the Ukrainian border service will not allow the vehicle to leave the country, and the local authorities will not allow the vehicle to enter.
• Georgia: is not part of the Green Card system. The Ukrainian Green Card policy is not valid in Georgia, so drivers must purchase local compulsory motor third-party liability insurance either directly at the border or through the official Georgian online portal.

When purchasing insurance through the polis24.com.ua online service, you receive an international policy that covers all countries participating in the Green Card system, including Moldova, Turkey, EU countries, the United Kingdom, Montenegro, and others. The polis24 service automatically generates a document that is fully recognized abroad.

Choosing a reliable insurance partner is a guarantee of your safety and peace of mind abroad. The polis24.com.ua platform offers a modern, fast, and fully transparent service for arranging car insurance.

Main advantages of purchasing through polis24.com.ua:

• 100% official and legal: all policies are registered directly in the MTSBU database. You instantly receive an official document with a QR code that can be easily verified by any border or police authority.
• Great value and competitive prices: we offer official rates with no hidden commissions, additional fees, or markups.
• Fast processing: purchasing a policy takes no more than 5 minutes. The document is sent to your email immediately after payment.
• Convenience 24/7: arrange your insurance at any time of day, on weekends or public holidays, whether you are at home in Ukraine or already traveling abroad.
• Professional support: the polis24 customer service team is always ready to answer your questions, help you choose the right insurance period, and provide assistance if complex situations arise.

Trust the protection of your vehicle to professionals! Get your Green Card through polis24.com.ua and travel around the world without unnecessary worries!

Driving abroad without a valid Green Card policy is considered a serious violation. European countries have strict laws designed to protect road users.

The consequences of not having insurance may include:

• Fines: the amount of financial penalties depends on the country. For example, in Poland, the fine for driving without insurance can exceed €1,500, depending on how long the insurance has been expired; in Germany, it may start at €1,000 and can even result in criminal liability; in Moldova or Romania, fines may range from €150 to €300.
• Vehicle impoundment: the police may detain the vehicle and have it towed to an impound lot. The vehicle owner is responsible for paying the towing and daily storage costs.
• Purchase of border insurance (Frontier Insurance): if you are stopped without a valid policy, you may have to purchase local insurance on the spot. Its cost is usually 3–5 times higher than that of a Ukrainian Green Card.
• Huge losses in the event of an accident: if you cause an accident without a Green Card, you may have to fully compensate for all damages yourself, including repairs to other vehicles and medical treatment for injured persons. The amounts can reach tens or even hundreds of thousands of euros.

To avoid these risks, contact polis24.com.ua in advance. The affordable cost of a policy through polis24 provides peace of mind and helps protect your budget throughout your trip abroad.

Yes, this is a common situation. Many Ukrainians who travel abroad for a short period end up staying longer than planned, and their original Green Card policy expires.

Thanks to modern online services such as polis24.com.ua, you can easily purchase a new Green Card policy while staying anywhere in the world. All you need is internet access and a few minutes of your time.

Important details when purchasing a policy abroad:

• Policy start date: Ukrainian law prohibits backdating insurance policies. In addition, it is recommended to arrange a new policy so that it starts at least the following day (or, preferably, 2–3 days before the previous policy expires) to avoid any gap in insurance coverage.
• Printing the document: after receiving the PDF file from polis24.com.ua, make sure you have an opportunity to print it on paper. Driving abroad with expired or missing insurance may result in fines ranging from €200 to €1,500, vehicle confiscation and impoundment, or even deportation.

The polis24 service allows you to quickly restore your vehicle’s insurance coverage online without any complicated procedures.

If you are involved in an accident while abroad, staying calm and following the instructions carefully is essential for successfully resolving the situation.

Step-by-step procedure:

1. Ensure safety: turn on your hazard lights, place a warning triangle, and put on a reflective vest (this is a mandatory requirement in many EU countries).
2. Check for injuries: if anyone is injured, immediately call an ambulance and the local police (the single emergency number in Europe is 112).
3. Document the circumstances of the accident: take detailed photos and videos of the scene, the position of the vehicles, the damage, road signs, and road markings. Collect witnesses’ contact details.
4. Exchange information: provide the other party with your Green Card policy details and obtain information about their insurance.
5. Complete the European Accident Statement if possible: if the accident is minor, there are no injuries, and both drivers agree on the circumstances, you can complete a European Accident Statement without calling the police.
6. Notify your insurer: contact the insurance company that issued your policy (the contact details are provided in your document issued through polis24.com.ua) and report the accident within the period specified in the insurance agreement.
7. Do not sign documents you do not understand: if you do not speak the local language, make a note in the police report in your own language: “I do not understand the language and do not agree that I am at fault” (if you are indeed not at fault).

Always keep a printed copy of the policy purchased through polis24 readily available.

Arranging a Green Card policy through the polis24.com.ua platform requires a minimum set of documents. You do not even need to make scanned copies of them — simply enter the required information correctly in the form on the website.

To arrange the policy, you will need:

1. Vehicle registration certificate: you will need to provide the make, model, VIN (body/chassis number), registration number, and year of manufacture.
2. International passport or Ukrainian passport of the policyholder: the required information includes the full name (in Latin characters, as shown in the international passport), document series and number, date of birth, registered address, and tax identification number (TIN).
3. Contact details: a valid phone number and email address to which the completed policy will be sent.

Please note: the policyholder (the person purchasing the policy) can be any adult, even if they are not the vehicle owner listed in the registration certificate. The insurance coverage applies to any driver who legally operates the vehicle.

The polis24 specialists are always ready to help you fill in all the required fields correctly and avoid errors in the policy.

The price of a Green Card is currently flexible — insurance companies set their own rates, taking into account the insurer’s pricing policy and the loss ratio of the insurance contracts concluded.

Key factors affecting the final cost:

• Type of vehicle: Policies for motorcycles and trailers are generally the cheapest. Passenger cars are subject to a standard rate, while trucks, buses, and minibuses cost more due to higher risks. Vehicles weighing more than 3,400 kg are more expensive than other passenger cars.
• Policy validity period: The minimum insurance period is 15 days, and the maximum is 1 year. The longer the period you choose, the lower the cost per day of insurance.
• Destination country (territory of coverage): There are two destination regions. The first covers all of Europe, while the second, limited region, covers Moldova and Azerbaijan. The first region also includes Moldova and, for example, Turkey.

The polis24.com.ua website features a convenient calculator that allows you to instantly find out the exact cost of insurance for your vehicle without hidden fees. When purchasing a policy through polis24, you always receive the current price calculated using the official exchange rate applicable on the day of purchase.

Yes. Since September 2022, the Motor (Transport) Insurance Bureau of Ukraine (MTSBU) has officially allowed Green Card policies to be issued in electronic format. This has made life much easier for vehicle owners: there is no longer any need to visit an office or wait for a paper certificate to be delivered by mail.

The process of obtaining a Green Card through polis24.com.ua takes just a few minutes:

1. Enter your vehicle details and international passport / vehicle registration certificate information.
2. Pay for the service by card on the website.
3. The completed PDF file with a QR code is immediately sent to your email address and messenger.

Do I need to print the electronic document?

According to the international rules of the Green Card system, the insurance certificate must be printed on paper (a standard black-and-white printout on A4 paper is sufficient). Although an electronic policy can be presented on a smartphone screen in Ukraine, foreign border and police authorities may require a paper copy for verification or to detach the relevant section in the event of an accident.

Therefore, the polis24 team strongly recommends printing the PDF file received from us immediately after purchase and keeping it with your vehicle documents.