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How can I find my old car insurance company?
My insurance company is asking for proof of prior insurance. They said they can't find a record of my prior insurance company. I know I was insured. How can I find my old car insurance company?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
First, you should check your email. Most companies are now paperless, so you likely received your policy documents by email. You can search through your email by using keywords, such as:
- Car insurance
- Policy number
- Proof of insurance
- Insurance policy
- Renewal
- Insurance payment
Make sure to search through all of your folders, including the trash folder.
If nothing comes up with those keywords, you can also search your phone. Most providers now offer mobile apps for customers to access their policies. You can search your phone for any insurance-related apps. Should that not work, look through old bank statements for insurance-related charges.
If all else fails, contact the DMV. Most states allow you to access insurance information through the DMV website. You may be able to find your prior insurance company that way.
If you can find your prior insurance information, send
proof of insurance
to your new company. You may need to contact your prior provider to access these documents.To avoid this problem in the future, use
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