You may be aware that you can usually rent a car in another country using your U.S. driver’s license and additional paperwork, but what about an international visitor just asking to borrow your car? Perhaps your friend from over the border or across the world is visiting for a couple of weeks and staying at your home. You might decide to decline because you don’t know the implications of letting them drive your personal car with your insurance. After all, they don’t have U.S. insurance, so it’s different from a friend or neighbor from around town or even another state asking to use your vehicle.
You might also just decide to "risk it," with all the nightmares that evoke for insurance professionals who know what could be at stake.
We’re Here to Answer Cross-Border Questions
For our M&K Dignum Insurance Agency Inc. customers in Albany, NY, the question of international driving comes up more often because the Canadian border is not so far away. Similar questions arise these days for people visiting while attending a university, family and friends from overseas, or even people new to the community from other countries.
International Driving Permits
According to the NY DMV, International Driving Permits are not required to drive here, even if you’re from another country besides Canada and Mexico, but they can be helpful. They provide information in English about your license that helps authorities in New York determine that you have a valid driver’s license. When traveling overseas, these easily obtained documents are sometimes required. For your specific situation, such as long-term stay, student or learner’s permit from another jurisdiction, or if you want to adjust your coverage, M&K Dignum Insurance Agency Inc. is ready to help you in Albany, NY!
