Auto Insurance Minimum Requirements
Important Notes
Florida has a highly unique minimum standard: standard registration requires only $10,000 PIP and $10,000 Property Damage Liability (PDL). Bodily injury liability is not broadly required for registration but becomes a mandatory retrofitted obligation (10/20 minimum) under the Financial Responsibility Law after an at-fault injury collision.
Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist
UM bodily injury must be offered if a policyholder elects to buy optional Bodily Injury coverage.
SR-22 Filings
SR-22 is used for basic infractions. An FR-44 filing (requiring 100/300/50 liability limits) is mandatory for DUI convictions.
Alternatives to Insurance
Certificate of self-insurance from the DHSMV or a surety cash deposit under strict financial criteria.
Official Source
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Last verified: 2026-05-27 · Always confirm with official state sources before making coverage decisions.