Yes, many insurance companies will allow you to start a policy with a Mexican driver’s license. However, you will usually have 30 days to provide a valid U.S. driver’s license to the insurance company after the start of the policy in order to keep it valid.
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So while it is possible to obtain a car insurance policy with your Mexican driver’s license, you will need to acquire a state license to keep the insurance in force. If you will only be in the U.S. for a short period of time and do not plan on acquiring a U.S. license, then you may need to see if your Mexican insurance provider will cover you while in the United States.
If you are bringing a vehicle from Mexico into the U.S., state law will likely require that you have a current Mexican driver’s license, current Mexican license plates and current vehicle registration. If the car isn’t registered in your name, get a letter from the owner authorizing you to drive the car.
— Michelle Megna contributed to this story.
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