Temporary Car Insurance in Nevada: What You Need to Know (2024)
A normal car insurance policy in Nevada lasts for six months. COUNTRY Financial provides the cheapest six-month policies in Nevada.
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Updated November 20, 2024
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Short-term car insurance, also called temporary auto insurance, can be challenging to secure in Nevada. Finding temporary auto insurance in Nevada is doable, but you may need to do some extra research to find a company willing to offer a short-term car insurance policy since most terms are at least six months.
The average cost of a liability insurance policy in Nevada is $185 per month, but here’s what you need to know about finding short-term policies and comparing rates in the Silver State.
Is temporary car insurance available in Nevada?
Most car insurers don’t offer car insurance policies for less than six-month terms. Temporary car insurance policies are more expensive to underwrite — if you file a claim, chances are you haven’t paid enough car insurance premiums to balance out the cost of the claim.
If you need car insurance coverage for less than six months in Nevada, you have some options. But which coverage type is right for you depends on the reason you need temporary car insurance coverage. You can also work with an insurance agent to help you find the right insurance products for your needs.
Good to Know
Hugo is a car insurance company that specializes in short-term coverage. Eligible drivers can purchase coverage from Hugo for as little as three days at a time and turn their insurance on and off as needed.
Getting non-owner car insurance in Nevada
One option for getting temporary car insurance is buying a non-owner car insurance policy. Non-owner car insurance is for people who regularly drive vehicles they don’t own.
The difference between a non-owner and other policies is the scope of coverage. Non-owner insurance typically offers only liability coverage, paying for damages and injuries others sustain in an accident.
On the other hand, a standard car insurance policy can have full coverage, providing liability insurance as well as comprehensive and collision insurance. Full coverage offers more protection for the driver, their vehicle, and others involved in an accident. Typically, a non-owner policy only lasts for six months to a year and can be more affordable than other types of policies.
Someone might need non-owner car insurance if they frequently rent vehicles and want more coverage beyond what rental agencies offer. It could also benefit drivers who borrow cars regularly from friends or family and want additional liability coverage beyond the owner’s policy. This temporary coverage can also come in handy for people who want to maintain a continuous insurance history.
Canceling your policy early in Nevada
If you’re struggling to find a temporary car insurance policy that meets your needs, you aren’t tied to it. You can buy a standard policy and then cancel it if you’re unhappy with your coverage options or premiums.
To cancel car insurance, you need to contact your insurance company, either by phone, online, or through written notice to request the cancellation. Your insurer may require specific information, like your policy number, effective date of cancellation, and a reason for ending the coverage.
After canceling, it’s important to purchase a new policy promptly to comply with legal requirements if you plan to keep driving your car.
Driving while uninsured can result in severe penalties in Nevada, a state that requires minimum liability insurance coverage. The state doesn’t allow any grace periods, which means even lapsing in coverage for one day can result in penalties.
Nevada enforces a system of fees and fines from $250 to $1,750, depending on how long you go without coverage. You also risk vehicle registration suspension.
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Can You Reinstate a Canceled Car Insurance Policy?
Getting car insurance for a rental car in Nevada
When renting a car, you can typically get coverage through the rental car company by purchasing its insurance options. However, double-check if you already have coverage through your current car insurance company or your credit card so you don’t overspend for duplicate coverage.[2]
Your personal car insurance policy might extend coverage to the rental car, but check your policy details beforehand, as coverage can vary. Some credit cards also offer rental car insurance as a cardholder benefit. However, to get this coverage, you usually need to book the rental car with the card. It’s always a good idea to confirm coverage specifics with both your insurance company and credit card issuer before declining coverage from the rental agency.
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Best car insurance companies for short-term car insurance in Nevada
Want to find cheap temporary car insurance in the Silver State? It’s helpful to get quotes from a handful of different Nevada auto insurance companies to see which can offer you coverage for the lowest rate.
This table breaks down the cheapest six-month car insurance policies in Nevada.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company ▲▼ | Average Monthly Quote ▲▼ | IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. ▲▼ |
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| COUNTRY Financial | $33 | 9 |
| State Farm | $48 | 9 |
| GEICO | $58 | 9 |
| USAA | $67 | 9 |
| Allstate | $86 | 9 |
| Farmers | $135 | 8 |
| Nationwide | $139 | 9 |
| Mercury | $143 | 8 |
| Safeco | $148 | 8 |
| Sun Coast | $151 | 0 |
| Travelers | $161 | 9 |
| American Family | $165 | 9 |
| Liberty Mutual | $170 | 8 |
| Progressive | $184 | 8 |
| Dairyland | $190 | 7 |
| Bristol West | $259 | 5 |
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Car insurance for students in Nevada
If a student moves to Nevada for college and plans to drive their car, they typically need to update their insurance policy to reflect their new location. They should inform their insurance company about the change in address and usage to ensure proper coverage while in Nevada. It’s essential to update this information to comply with state regulations and have adequate coverage.
Student drivers may decide to not bring their car to college but still need car insurance coverage when they’re home from school. Parents with children who move to college and won’t be driving their car while away might be able to adjust their policy accordingly. They can inform their insurance company about the change in the child’s status as a non-driver.
Temporary car insurance in Nevada FAQs
Here’s how to get one-day car insurance coverage and the answers to common questions about temporary auto coverage in Nevada below.
Can you get temporary insurance in Nevada?
Typical car insurance policies last for six months or longer. Drivers looking for shorter coverage might explore non-traditional options like non-owner car insurance, which provides liability coverage for people who don’t own a vehicle. You can also consider Hugo, an online car insurance company that offers liability policies for as short as three days at a time.
Is temporary car insurance legit?
Temporary car insurance is legitimate and available in certain situations, though it’s much less common than standard policies.
Can you drive a car without insurance if you just bought it in Nevada?
In Nevada, you can’t drive a car you just bought without the proper coverage. If you do, you risk facing major penalties up to $1,750. Nevada has no grace period, which means you must have insurance before driving your new car.[1]
How long can you be without car insurance in Nevada?
You can’t drive a car without proper insurance coverage for even a single day in Nevada without risking very expensive fines — especially if you’re a repeat offender.[1]
Methodology
Insurify data scientists analyzed more than 90 million quotes served to car insurance applicants in Insurify’s proprietary database to calculate the premium averages displayed on this page. These premiums are real quotes that come directly from Insurify’s 50+ partner insurance companies in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Quote averages represent the median price for a quote across the given coverage level, driver subset, and geographic area.
Unless otherwise specified, quoted rates reflect the average cost for drivers between 20 and 70 years old with a clean driving record and average or better credit (a credit score of 600 or higher).
Liability-only premium averages correspond to policies with the following coverage limits:
- Bodily injury limits between state-minimum rates and $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident
- Property damage limits between $10,000 and $50,000
- No additional coverage
- Comprehensive coverage with a $1,000 deductible
- Collision coverage with a $1,000 deductible
Quotes for Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, State Farm, and USAA are estimates based on Quadrant Information Services’ database of auto insurance rates.
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Jacqueline DeMarco
During college, Jacqueline DeMarco interned at a retirement plan advisory firm and was tasked with creating a presentation on the importance of financial wellness. During her research into how money can affect our health, relationships and career, Jacqueline realized just how important financial education is. Jacqueline is a contributor for Insurify and has worked with more than a dozen financial brands, including LendingTree, Capital One, Credit Karma, Fundera, Chime, Bankrate, Student Loan Hero, ValuePenguin, SoFi, and Northwestern Mutual, providing thoughtful content to give readers insight into complex topics that they likely didn’t learn in school.
Courtney MikulskiSenior Editor, Auto
3+ years producing insurance and personal finance content
Main architect of the Insurify Quality Score
Courtney’s deep personal finance knowledge extends beyond insurance to credit cards, consumer lending, and banking. She thrives on creating actionable content.
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