Progressive Insurance Canada | Car Insurance (2024)

FAQs

How long does Progressive take to answer? ›

It can take anywhere from several weeks to several months for Progressive to respond to demand letters. In some instances, Progressive may fail to respond at all.

Your U.S. policy automatically covers you in Canada, whether you're driving a rental car or your own car. Your policy covers you for as long as you're driving there, and there's no need to notify your insurance company. Learn more about driving in Canada.

You'll likely be able to get car insurance in Canada even if you have a foreign driver's license, but you could be required to take a driving test to show you are familiar with Canadian driving regulations.

Will my Canadian auto policy cover me while I'm in the United States? Yes – Canada and the USA have a reciprocal agreement that allows drivers from both countries to use their own auto insurance while traveling across the border.

After taking an employment assessment

If you recently took an employee assessment, you can expect to receive results within two business days, usually by email.

You can expect to hear back from the insurance company anywhere from 30 days to 45 days after your letter is sent. Though, sometimes, this is not always the case. It is possible that an insurance company will drag its feet and it simply won't respond to the letter.

Any visitor traveling from Canada should purchase visitors health insurance. Most domestic policies will only cover you in your home country and have little to no coverage once you are traveling outside of your home country.

An American car insurance policy works the same way in Canada as it does in the U.S. Your comprehensive car insurance coverage and auto collision coverage, for example, still apply to damage to your vehicle if you're in an accident while driving in Canada.

For the most part, driving in Canada is very similar to driving in the United States, but there are some slight differences in the laws and provincial rules of the road that vary between the countries—especially in that speed is measured in kilometers (not mile) per hour and that there are no right-hand turns on red ...

Foreigners can apply for non-resident car insurance plans. You will need an international driving permit or a valid Canadian drivers licence. This situation is suited for people who will only be in the country for a short term.

Can you drive a car in Canada with a US license? ›

When visiting another country as a U.S. citizen: Your state driver's license is valid while driving in Canada and Mexico. In other countries, you may need to get an IDP for foreign drivers.

You can bring your vehicle into Canada temporarily as a visitor or temporary resident. Your vehicle doesn't have to meet Canadian standards and must be only for your own use. You can also bring your vehicle for personal use while you're in Canada on a work permit or student visa.

Most auto insurance companies will insure your Canadian car in the U.S. for up to 6 months, but some providers may provide coverage for longer or shorter periods, so be sure to check your insurer's time limits and restrictions for how long you can have your car outside Canada.

Canadians travelling to the United States can keep their car south of the border for up to one year at a time without incurring any fees or paperwork. Americans coming north enjoy the same privilege and can keep their car in Canada for up to 36 months if they have a valid student or work visa.

If your personal auto insurance includes Endorsem*nt Q.E.F. 27 “Civil Liability for Damage to Non-Owned Automobiles,” you are covered for damage to the rental, but only in Canada and the U.S. It's exactly the same as your coverage on your own vehicle, including the same options and deductibles.

We resolve many property damage claims within 7 to 14 days, but repair times can vary greatly based on your vehicle, the damage, etc. No matter what, we'll work quickly and efficiently so you can get back to your normal routine.

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