How to Get Your Nationwide Insurance ID Card
Get your Nationwide Insurance ID card through the NAtionwide website or mobile app under “ID Cards and Documents.”
Written by David Ghanizadeh-Khoob
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
As soon as you sign up for a Nationwide insurance policy, you will receive an email containing your insurance ID card. You can also have a physical copy of the card mailed to your home address.
If you get pulled over while driving or when you register your vehicle, you will need to provide proof of insurance. Typically, this means showing your insurance ID card. In this article, we will cover how to get that ID card for Nationwide Insurance customers.
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When you register for Nationwide insurance, you should receive an email containing your insurance ID card to print at home. You can also have the company mail you your insurance ID card. Alternatively, you can access your ID card online through
Nationwide’s website
, or through the Nationwide mobile app.To access your ID card on Nationwide’s website,
- Log into your Nationwide account
- Click “ID Cards & Documents”
- Under “Auto Policy Details,” select “View/Print ID Card”
When you receive the ID card through your email or through the website, it is a good idea to download and print a copy for easy access when you need it.
What’s included on your Nationwide insurance card
You can use a Nationwide insurance ID card to provide proof of financial responsibility, proving that you have at least the minimum required insurance coverage for your state. Your ID card won’t show you the details of your insurance coverage, but it will show:
- The name and address of your insurance company
- The company’s NAIC (National Association of Insurance Commissioners) number
- Your first and last name
- Your car’s make, model, and vehicle identification number (VIN)
- The effective date and expiration date of your policy
If you want to see more information about your insurance policy–like the exact coverage on your policy, policy limits, and insurance deductible–you’ll need to look at your insurance
declaration page
. Note that you cannot use your insurance declaration page as proof of insurance. Can you show proof of insurance on your phone?
In every state except
New Mexico
, you can use an electronic version of your insurance ID card as proof of insurance. If you download the Nationwide app, you can have quick access to your insurance ID on the app and hand over your phone during a traffic stop or at the DMV. Most major insurance companies including
GEICO
, Allstate
, and State Farm
, make digital ID cards available on their app or website. With Nationwide, you have the option of carrying a printed slip or using a digital version.MORE: The penalties for using fake proof of insurance
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FAQs
Can you use digital proof of insurance at the DMV?
Yes, every state except New Mexico allows the use of electronic proof of insurance at the DMV.
What is the NAIC code for Nationwide Insurance?
The NAIC code for Nationwide is 23787.
Does Nationwide have an app?
Yes, Nationwide has an app available for Apple and Android that makes it easy to view your insurance documents, pay bills, and view your customer information.
