Think about what you plan to take with you, what you need to ship and what coverage you need to help protect your stuff.
Cover more with Personal Property Plus.
This policy offers protection beyond what a renters policy covers.
It can help protect your sports equipment, bikes and e-bikes, and stuff you have with you while deployed (Deployment page). Plus, there's no deductible.
For more details, call us.
From within the U.S.: 800-531-8722
From within Italy: 800-971-707
Or, our European landline: 00-800-531-81110
Get covered before you move in 3 easy steps.
Steps to complete Get covered before you move in 3 easy steps.
Need to transfer an existing USAA policy?
We can get you a policy that helps protect you in Italy. We’ll make sure you don’t lose your coverage when you need it most.
Call the policy service number for your location to get started.
Italy overseas insurance FAQ
License plates and registration
There are 3 types of license plate registrations available through in-country vehicle registration offices:
- Military Allied Forces Italy, or AFI, plates and cover plates — available from a U.S. military motor vehicle registration office
- Diplomatic plates — available from the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate
- Local civilian plates — available from the local seller of the vehicle
We no longer insure new vehicles with local civilian plates. You’ll need to get coverage from a local provider instead.
Report your license plate number on usaa.com or the mobile app or call us as soon as you have it. Failure to do so could result in a fine and seizure of your vehicle.
Italian law requires us to report your license plate number to a vehicle registration database. Local police forces and insurers use the database to verify coverage.
Proof of insurance
We'll email you a certificate of insurance as your proof of insurance for the term of the policy. You’ll get a renewal every year the policy remains active.
You're required to carry a valid certificate of insurance in the vehicle.
We’ll also issue you an international motor insurance card, or green card.
Yes. The following taxes may apply:
- Insurance Premium Tax
- Contribution for Emergency Treatment
- Solidarity Fund
Tax amounts depend on the type of license plate you register. All taxes are payable upfront for the full term of the policy.
Refer to your declarations documents for details.
Your auto coverage
If you’re shipping your car, keep your overseas policy until it arrives. Then we can help you transfer your coverage to a stateside policy. You just need to contact us USAA contact us page.
If you’re not taking your car, remove your name from the registration and your insurance papers from the car. After that, you can cancel the policy. You’ll need to pay a premium for any coverage you’ve received.
Your renters coverage
Keep your overseas policy while your stuff is in shipment. That way you still have protection for any covered losses on the way.
When you and your stuff are back in the U.S., we can help transfer your policy. When you’re ready, contact us USAA contact us page.
Before you drive
- Most countries will require you to complete an accident report form. In your vehicle, you should carry a blank copy of the European Accident Statement (PDF of European accident statement) Opens in a new Window.
- Many countries require you to have warning triangles, reflective vests and a first-aid kit in case of an accident. Check local driving regulations to find out more.
- Keep a copy of your green card handy as proof of insurance.
At the scene of the accident
- Dial 112 for emergency service in Europe. You may need to contact the police if there are injuries, you're in a hit-and-run, or the other party is uncooperative and at fault.
- Don't sign anything except the European Accident Statement. This lets each driver explain what happened but doesn't assign blame.
- Take pictures of the accident scene and damaged vehicles, including license plates. If possible, get the other driver’s name, driver’s license number, address and phone number. Also get the name of their insurance carrier, policy number and vehicle registration.
- Use a translation app to help communicate in the local language.
- In a one-car incident, find the owner of any damaged property to complete a report. If you can’t find them, leave a note at the scene and report it at the nearest police station.
Filing a claim after an accident
You can file a claim on the USAA Mobile App main page. Or you can file online (USAA claims main page). As soon as possible, contact a USAA claims representative USAA contact us page.