European accident statement form

For the documentation of an accident. If your vehicle is involved in an accident, the European accident statement form helps you to record all relevant information and personal data for insurance purposes. The form is structured in exactly the same way across Europe and available in various languages.

Our tips for preparing to travel

Find out in good time before you travel, which documents you will need. This will ensure you don't forget important documents such as your International Insurance Card (formerly Green Card). 

If you have taken out car insurance with Zurich, you will receive a copy together with your policy documents. If needed, you can request an additional copy free of charge via our website.

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Take care to describe the sequence of events of the accident for your insurer as precisely as possible in addition to the personal data of all those involved and any potential witnesses. It is also important that any damage to the vehicle is recorded and documented with a photo if possible.

Each party has to fill out a copy in their own language, have it signed by all the parties, and give them a copy. In the case of two parties who speak the same language, a single form form can be jointly filled out and signed by both parties.

First, fill out the reverse side of the form at home. These details are needed by your insurer. Copy or, where necessary, photograph the completed form for your records. Please send the original copy to your insurer.

Our tip: Remember to obtain a new copy of the European accident statement form after the accident and place it in your glove box.