Planning a road trip from the UAE to Saudi Arabia? Ensure a smooth journey by securing your car insurance in advance. While you can purchase insurance at the border, it’s more efficient to handle it online before you depart. Here’s how to get your mandatory third-party liability insurance quickly with Manafith:
How to Get Your Car Insurance for Saudi Arabia Online
1. Choose Your Insurance Duration
Visit the Manafith website at manafeth.najm.sa or download the Manafith app available for both Apple and Android devices. Select the duration of coverage that suits your trip.
2. Enter Your Vehicle and Travel Details
Fill out the required fields, including:
- Start and end date of the policy
- Your home country and the Saudi border you will cross (Batha border for UAE motorists)
- Vehicle registration details and specifications
3. Make Your Payment
Review the cost, including VAT, and pay via debit or credit card. Your insurance will be instantly processed and linked to your vehicle.
Manafith Insurance Costs
- 1 Week: SAR 120 (Dh117.45)
- 2 Weeks: SAR 200 (Dh195.75)
- 1 Month: SAR 250 (Dh244.69)
- 3 Months: SAR 400 (Dh391.50)
- 6 Months: SAR 900 (Dh880.88)
- 1 Year: SAR 1,200 (Dh1,174.48)
Documents Needed at the Border
Prepare the following before reaching the Al Batha border:
- Valid Emirates ID and passport
- UAE driving licence
- Vehicle registration card (mulkiya)
- Manafith TPL insurance
- Valid Saudi visit visa (eVisa or visa on arrival)
For vehicles not registered in your name (e.g., rentals), obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner or bank.
What to Do in Case of an Accident
If you are involved in an accident, contact Najm at 199033 or via WhatsApp at 920000560. For accidents with injuries, call the Saudi Red Crescent Authority at 997 and the General Department of Traffic at 993.
Secure your Manafith insurance in advance to avoid delays and make your border crossing as smooth as possible.
