The poorest in Russia may be pushed out of the way thanks to a 40% increase in car insurance premiums this year, but knocks are unlikely to have a significant impact on the already desolate car market in Russia. Does Russia have car insurance?
Road accident in Russia
If the accident is caused by a Russian vehicle, claims and damages are handled by the company that insured the Russian vehicle. There are about 100 different motor insurance companies in Russia.
As a rule, when a Finnish vehicle is responsible for an accident, the claims process will be coordinated by the Russian Green Card office in Moscow. The actual handling of claims will take place at the Russian civil liability insurance company belonging to the green card system on behalf of the green card office.
Driving license
Visitors driving or riding in Russia must reach the minimum age established for residents of Russia, even if they are qualified to drive at a lower age in their country of residence.
A foreign driving license does not entitle the holder to drive a car in Russia under 18 years of age and a motorcycle to be under 16 years of age.
An international driving license (1949) is required for travel in Russia.
Important documents
When driving in Russia, carry the following documents with you:
- Full, valid driving license *.
- International driving license.
- Proof of insurance / green card (third party or higher).
- Identity card (passport).
- Proof of ownership (V5C certificate).
- Russian visa / transit.
When driving in Russia, the law requires the following items to be carried. You can impose high fines on site for not carrying certain items:
- Warning triangle: mandatory on board all motor vehicles.
- Headlight deflectors: depending on the car, you need turn signal stickers or you need to manually adjust the beam.
- First aid kit and fire extinguisher: compulsory on all motor vehicles.
- Spare bulbs
- Motorcyclists: helmets are mandatory when riding a scooter or motorbike.
Note: taking a passenger scooter is prohibited, except for children under 7 years of age traveling in a special seat.
Traffic rules
Overtaking and passing
- Drive on the right, overtake on the left.
- In large cities, it is forbidden to turn left except for intersections with traffic lights.
Priority
- Traffic on the right has right of way at a roundabout, unless otherwise indicated.
- Priority should be given to vehicle convoys and emergency vehicles using flashing lights. Trams and buses also have right of way.
Approach warning
- The use of the horn is prohibited in cities, except in cases of immediate danger.
