Temporary Van Insurance

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The Van Insurer is proud to partner with GoShorty, one of the UK's leading short-term vehicle insurance providers helping thousands of motorists get temporary van insurance for periods from 1 hour to 4 weeks.*

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What is temporary van insurance?

Temporary van insurance is a type of short term insurance that lets you buy van insurance for a limited time, instead of committing to a full year.

Think of it as insurance you can switch on when you need it, then switch off when you are done. It is a standalone motor insurance policy for the driver and the van during the agreed period, whether that is your own van or one you are borrowing.

This makes it useful when life throws up a one off job, a last minute plan, or a short period where you need extra cover. With The Van Insurer, in partnership with GoShorty, you can get covered for as little as 1 hour all the way up to 4 weeks.

Why use GoShorty?

GoShorty is focused on making the process of buying good quality temporary insurance quick, simple, and stress-free. Thousands of customers have used them because:

Comprehensive cover only
From 1 hour to 4 weeks of insurance
Cover for van drivers aged 21 to 75
Maximum van value at £65,000
4.8/5 Rating on Trustpilot**
Quotes available online in 2 minutes!

93% of reviewers would recommend The Van Insurer, based on independent reviews gathered by Reviews.io.^

Benefits of a short term van policy with GoShorty

Highest level of insurance cover, comprehensive, always.
No effect on the owner’s no claims discount. These are separate, stand-alone policies meaning that if you need to make a claim, the owner of the van is unaffected.
The cover you need, when YOU need it. With policy durations from as little as 1 hour to 28 days, you can feel confident you’re not paying for something you won’t be using.
Instant policy documents. No waiting for the postman, once you’ve paid the policy documents arrive in your in-box.
Cover is not just for social, domestic or pleasure use, you can get a temporary van insurance policy for business use too.

What’s covered?

All short-term van insurance policies issued by GoShorty provide comprehensive level of insurance cover. This includes:

Third party cover for injury to other people or damage to their property
Cover for damaged caused to the van where you are at fault, or malicious damage caused to the van
Fire and theft protection should the worst happen

Comprehensive cover provides the highest level of insurance protection available, all from a quote that you can obtain in as little as two minutes!

Who’s eligible for short term van insurance?

The insured person has to be between 21 and 75 years of age, have a full and valid UK driving licence and have a permanent residential address (proof may be required).

If you’re applying with an EU driving licence, then you must have been resident in the UK for at least 12 months.

You must never have had insurance refused, had a policy voided or cancelled.

What kinds of van are covered?

Our short-term van solutions are for:

Commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes
Minimum van value of £1
Maximum van value of £65,000
Have a valid MOT and is not declared SORN and has not been seized by the police.

Temporary van insurance for businesses

Temporary van insurance for businesses provides flexible van cover when work ramps up, staffing changes, or a short term contract needs to be fulfilled.

Not every business needs a van all year round. Some only need additional vehicles during busy periods or for specific jobs. In these situations, temporary insurance can be a practical way to stay insured without committing to long term costs. Business friendly examples include:

Sole traders who occasionally need a second van for a job
Small businesses covering deliveries or site work for a limited timeframe
Short term cover for staff changes where a new driver needs insurance quickly

One key point is that business use must always be declared correctly when taking out the policy or any claim you make may fail and your policy may be invalidated.

When would I need a short term policy?

Short term van cover is ideal when you need the keys for a short while, not forever.

It is particularly useful for:

Borrowing a van to move house, pick up furniture, or shift bulky items
Sharing the driving on a longer trip where more than one person needs to be insured
Buying or selling a van, including test drives and driving it home before arranging annual cover
Covering a gap when your usual van is off the road and you need a temporary replacement
One off jobs for trades or side projects where you only need a van for a short stint

If your van use is occasional rather than regular, temp van insurance can be a tidy and practical solution.

93% of reviewers would recommend The Van Insurer, based on independent reviews gathered by Reviews.io.^

How much is temporary van insurance?

The million-dollar question, but one which is better phrased as “how much is temporary van insurance for me?”, because everyone is different and insurers price according to the risk they are exposing themselves to.

So there’s no one-size fits all price.

The best way to find out how much a short-term van insurance policy is for you is to spend about 2 minutes getting a quote from GoShorty, and then you’ll know for sure.

Temporary Van Insurance FAQs

Is the insurance cover comprehensive?

Yes, all short-term van insurance policies issued by GoShorty provide fully comprehensive coverage.

Can I get short-term cover for my campervan?

Yes, if your van is a genuine campervan built as such from new. If it’s a standard van that has been modified, then no.

Can I get temporary cover for, say, 6 months?

Not with a single policy. The maximum cover period is 4 weeks, or 28 days. You can purchase a new policy at the end of your current insurance policy, thereby ensuring continuity of cover, but this may not be the most cost-efficient way of getting the cover you need.