We've explained the process below, so you know what you need and what to expect.
For life-threatening emergencies, call 000
Not sure if you should make a claim? Find out more.
Please note: If the loss or damage is caused by theft, you should notify the police and obtain a report from them.
In the meantime you should lodge your claim. However it may not progress until we get those documents.
Need a tow from the scene of the accident? We can organise that for you.
Making a claim with Bingle is quick and easy. Here's how it works:
It is important to note that when you renew your policy, your premium may be affected as a result of you making a claim, even when you're not fault.
If your car is damaged by a third party and you're not at fault, you could consider lodging a claim directly through the responsible party's insurer. This way, you'll avoid paying an excess, and your renewal premium won't be affected as a result of the claim. It can also help us to continue to offer you cheaper premiums. To lodge a claim with the responsible party's insurer, you'll need to get in touch with them.
If you prefer, or the responsible party doesn't have insurance, you can lodge a claim with Bingle. Don't worry, if you or the person driving your car didn't contribute to the accident, and you've provided the other party's details, we'll waive your excess.
If the cost of the damage is less than your excess, we'll refund the difference at the end of the claim.
Claims can be lodged easily online at any time that's convenient to you. Simply login to My Policy using your Bingle login, or your policy number.
With Bingle, we'll let you know if an excess applies to your claim when you lodge it. Don't worry! If you're not at fault and have the at-fault drivers' information, we'll waive the excess. If you need to pay an excess, you can pay it when you lodge your claim or you can log into My Policy and select the 'pay excess' option. You can pay by Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card.
If you have a Comprehensive policy, believe you're not at fault for the accident, and have exchanged details with the other driver, you have two options - either make your claim against the driver at fault (who may provide you with their insurance details), or with us here at Bingle. If you choose to claim through Bingle, we may be able to waive your excess at the time of lodgement. If you choose to go through the at fault driver's insurer and they accept the claim, it's unlikely they will charge you an excess.
I had an accident and it wasn't my fault. What should I do next?
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