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We're partnered with Quotezone.co.uk. As an Introducer Appointed Representative of Seopa Ltd (FCA FRN: 313860), we receive a commission if you purchase a policy. We do not provide advice or make recommendations.Campervan conversion insurance covers a van that's been converted into a campervan, whether by a professional converter or self-converted by you. It's also called converted campervan insurance, van conversion insurance or self build campervan insurance, and it's usually arranged as a motorhome or campervan policy.
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Yes. A conversion changes your vehicle, so your insurer needs to know. This includes things like:
If you don't tell your insurer, it could affect your cover if you need to claim.
The DVLA says the body type on your logbook (V5C) doesn't affect your vehicle's insurance category or the speed limits that apply to it. It's used to describe what the vehicle looks like.
It also says a converted van can still be used as a motor caravan even if the body type isn't changed, as long as you're satisfied it meets the required internal features. There are four:
Insurers make their own decisions about cover, and some may ask what your V5C shows. Give them the full details of your conversion where possible.
You don't have to. The DVLA says the body type doesn't change your insurance category or speed limits.
If you apply, the DVLA will only consider changing the body type if your V5C currently shows a body type such as panel van, light van or van with side windows, the vehicle has the required internal features, and it looks like a motor caravan from the outside. The DVLA gives examples of the outside features it expects, such as a separate door to the living area or motor caravan-style graphics on both sides.
When you get a quote, describe your vehicle as it is on that day, not how it will look when the build is finished. Be as honest and accurate as you can.
When the build is finished, or you make more changes, tell your insurer so your cover reflects your vehicle as it is now. If the details you give don't match the vehicle, it could affect your cover if you need to claim.
A converted campervan can be worth more than the base van alone, once you add the cost of the conversion. Getting the value right helps make sure you're not under-insured.
It can. Campervans are often used less than everyday vans and kept mainly for leisure. But the conversion may also make the vehicle worth more, so the price depends on your van, the work done and how you use it.
Still using it as a working van some of the time? You may need van insurance instead.
Many conversions include gas, electrics or a leisure battery. Getting these checked, such as a habitation check, can help keep you and your campervan safe, and some insurers ask about these checks when you compare quotes.
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Sources: DVLA guidance on converting a vehicle into a motor caravan and internal features for motor caravans, and GOV.UK guidance on driving licence categories. Checked October 2026.
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