Why do you need Goods in Transit insurance as a Courier?

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Written by
Ruby Morgan
Last edited
23.6.2025

Read about how Admiral Business's Goods in Transit insurance can support both you and the clients you deliver to.

There’s no guarantee that the goods you transport as a courier will reach their destination safely. But with the right insurance in place, you can be fully protected from any potential damage or loss that could occur during transit.

Goods in Transit insurance (GIT) is designed to cover haulage goods from the time they leave the warehouse to the moment they arrive at their destination, giving both you and your clients peace of mind.

What is covered under Goods in Transit insurance?‍

Goods in Transit insurance covers delivery items from theft, fire, mis-delivery, or damage while they’re being transported in a Courier’s vehicle.

So if goods or property get stolen, lost, or damaged while under your control, Goods in Transit insurance covers the cost of those items. Here’s a quick list of what your Admiral Business Goods in Transit Insurance will cover:

- The cost to repair the damaged goods

- The cost to replace or recover the items

- The total cost of the stolen goods based on the invoice price

Is Goods in Transit Insurance a legal requirement?

You’re not required by law to have a Goods in Transit insurance policy. But having it in place will keep you and your business protected from financial loss, and help to give your client the confidence they need.

How much is Goods in Transit insurance?

With Admiral Business, you can get Goods in Transit insurance from just £6.93 per month. You can change or cancel your policy at any time, with no penalty unless you choose to increase your level of cover. Check our FAQs for more details.

*Price based on £1000 worth of cover, correct as of September 2022.