Car Insurance Claims

To start or check the status of your car insurance claim, you can: 

How to file your auto insurance claim

1. File an auto claim 

You can file an auto claim through your online account, our mobile app or by calling 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879).

Filing online or through the app:

  • Available 24/7 for your convenience
  • Track your claim status in real-time
  • Upload photos of damage directly

Filing by phone:

  • Speak with a claims specialist

  • Available 24/7 at 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879

  • Get immediate answers to questions

For roadside assistance needs, visit our Roadside Assistance claims page.

2. Connect with your insurance claim representative

An auto insurance claim representative will reach out to explain your repair options, answer any questions you have and review your car insurance policy. Your insurance claim representative is your main point of contact throughout the process and will help with anything you need. Your insurance agent is also there to support you.

What your claims representative will do:

  • Explain your coverage and repair options

  • Answer questions about the claims process

  • Coordinate damage inspections

  • Update you on claim status

  • Help you understand next steps

3. Repair the damage

Our claims team will review your auto insurance claim and arrange to inspect the damage to your vehicle. We offer several convenient appraisal options, and your claims representative will guide you through the repair process.

Inspection options may include:

  • Mobile inspection: We come to you at home or work

  • Photo estimate: Submit photos through the app or online

  • Drive-in appraisal: Visit a claims center or repair shop

  • Virtual inspection: Video call with a claims specialist

Your claims representative will help coordinate repairs with your chosen repair facility and keep you informed throughout the process.

FAQs

Filing a car insurance claim typically takes just a few minutes when you use our online account or mobile app. You'll need basic information about the incident, including the date, location, description of what happened and any other parties involved. If you have photos of the damage, you can upload them during the filing process or add them later.

When filing a claim, be prepared to provide:

  • Your policy number
  • Date, time and location of the incident
  • Description of what happened
  • Contact information for other drivers involved (if applicable)
  • Police report number (if applicable)
  • Photos of damage (if available)
  • Names and contact information for any witnesses

Having this information ready can help streamline the claims filing process.

The timeline for processing a car insurance claim varies based on several factors, including the complexity of the claim, the extent of damage and how quickly necessary information is gathered. Simple claims with clear liability may be processed within a few days, while more complex claims involving multiple parties or significant damage may take longer. Your claims representative will provide an estimated timeline specific to your situation and keep you updated throughout the process.

If you're involved in an accident with an uninsured driver, your uninsured motorist coverage (if you have it) is designed to help cover your costs. This coverage may help pay for vehicle damage, medical expenses and other losses that would normally be covered by the at-fault driver's insurance. Your claims representative can explain what coverage applies to your specific situation.

You can check your claim status anytime by:

  • Logging into your online account

  • Using the COUNTRY Financial mobile app

  • Calling 866-COUNTRY (866-268-6879)

  • Contacting your assigned claims representative directly

Your online account and mobile app provide real-time updates on your claim status, including inspection scheduling, repair progress and payment information.

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