How do I buy a green slip?

Buying a green slip is simple. Whether you buy from an insurer, broker or agent, your green slip price is the same – for the same details. Always compare prices first before you choose an insurer. Here are some tips on buying a green slip.

Where can I buy the cheapest green slip?

You can buy your green slip from an insurer, broker or agent and the price will be the same. It’s illegal to quote a price that is different from the regulated green slip price. Some people think they can buy a green slip from agents at a cheaper price. This is not true.

The green slip calculator uses only regulated prices. These are prices insurers have submitted to the regulator, State Insurance Regulatory Authority, and it has accepted. Insurers have to do this at least once a year and whenever they want to change their prices.

Who are the green slip insurers?

The green slip insurers are AAMI, Allianz, GIO, NRMA Insurance, QBE, and Youi.

Find out more about each insurer. 

Do other companies sell green slips?

Yes, some insurers sell green slips under other brand names, such as APIA or Shannons. But prices for these green slips match prices available from the insurer that owns the brand.

Should I just renew with the same green slip insurer?

Renewing with the same insurer as last year may not be the best option because:

• Your current insurer may not offer the cheapest green slip this year, or
• Your circumstances may have changed during the year, which changes the price, or
• Other insurers may look more favourably at your circumstances.

Prices are affected by where you live, any traffic offences or demerits during the year, the age of your vehicle, and youngest driver age and experience, as well as other factors.

Use the green slip calculator to compare all 6 green slip insurers. That way you can buy a green slip, knowing you have the cheapest price available for your vehicle and circumstances.

How do I pay for a green slip?

You can pay for a green slip online or by phone. Some insurers use agents, such as the Post Office, and some use brokers. Physical offices are a good option for people who prefer to buy their green slip in person.

You can’t buy a green slip using Afterpay or BPAY. Afterpay and BPAY don’t provide real time payment, which means you can’t immediately register your car. You must pay in full for your green slip to be valid.

How do I contact the insurers?

Does the cheapest green slip have less cover than the others?

No. Every green slip has the same coverage, by law. If you buy a more expensive green slip, you get the same cover. However, you may choose an insurer for reasons other than price.

What’s the best way to compare green slip prices?

Each time you have to buy a green slip, it’s wise to compare prices first. The green slip calculator provides the cheapest prices from all 6 insurers, from the cheapest to the most expensive.

You don’t need to tell us your name, email or phone number to get these prices. Get the cheapest price, guaranteed.