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Insurance Coverage for International Drivers

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International drivers are eligible for coverage under Wheelbase Auto Basic and Auto Essential protection packages. Because automated verification systems often cannot process overseas driving history, hosts are responsible for manually verifying the driver's age and documentation to ensure coverage remains valid.

 

Prerequisites

  • Minimum Age: The driver must be at least 25 years old.

  • Active Protection: The vehicle must have Wheelbase Auto Basic or Auto Essential enabled.

  • Verified Status: The host must manually inspect and store the driver's credentials.

     

Step-by-Step: Verifying an International Driver

Follow these steps to ensure your international guest is properly documented and covered by your protection package.

  1. Confirm Driver Age:

    • Verify that the renter is 25 years of age or older.

    • If the renter is under 25, they are not eligible for Wheelbase insurance. In this case, you must verify their personal insurance independently (e.g., via Axle) before hand-off.

       

  2. Collect the Primary License:

    • Obtain a high-quality photo or scan of the renter’s valid foreign driver's license.

       

  3. Check for English Translation:

    • If the foreign license is not in English, the renter must also provide an International Driving Permit (IDP).

    • The IDP serves as a legal translation and is only valid when presented alongside the original home-country license.

       

  4. Perform Manual Inspection:

    • Carefully check the expiration dates on both the license and the IDP.

    • Ensure the photo matches the guest standing in front of you.

       

  5. Document the Reservation:

    • Upload the photos of the license (and IDP, if applicable) to the Documents & Files section of the specific reservation in your Wheelbase dashboard.

⚠️ Warning: Verification Responsibility

Since automated background checks frequently fail for non-US/Canadian licenses, the host assumes the responsibility for manual verification. Failure to verify a valid license and the minimum age requirement may void your protection plan in the event of a claim.

 

Pro-Tip

  • State Laws: Some states have specific duration limits (e.g., 30 or 90 days) for how long a visitor can drive on a foreign license. Always check your local DMV guidelines.

     

 

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