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Accident, Sickness & Unemployment

In a world full of unexpected turns, ensuring your financial stability should never be left to chance.

Whether you find yourself facing health issues, following an accident or otherwise, or unexpected unemployment, ASU insurance offers comprehensive coverage you need to maintain your lifestyle and peace of mind.

Tailored to fit your individual needs, our simple-to-understand Accident, Sickness and Insurance polcy provides up to £2,000 per month, ensuring you can focus on recovery, not your bills.

  • Monthly Cover From £500 - £2,000
  • No Medical Required
  • Simple Claims Process
  • Cover Available for Most Proffesions
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  • Low Monthly Payments

Why choose Direct Gap for your Accident, Sickness & Unemployment Cover

There are plenty of reasons to come to Direct Gap for your ASU insurance. Here are just a few of them:

•  FlexibilityYou choose the level of coverage (up to £2,000) that best suits your needs and circumstances.

•  Responsibility: We’re fully regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and we hold ourselves to the very highest standards.

•  Integrity: Our team do not make any commission from sales of ASU – we’ve only got your best interests in mind.

•  Service: Our glowing reviews and 5-star Feefo rating are a sign of how much our customers value what we do for them.

See what our customers are saying about us

Janine Withers 23 Dec 2025

55 star rating

This is the 3rd policy I have brought from Direct Gap, their staff are always so friendly & helpful, I keep coming back to them.

Alex Sissons 24 Oct 2024

55 star rating

3rd policy I've had and best price by far

Julian Portman 26 Jan 2024

55 star rating

Very easy to arrange. Competitive price. Used with two previous cars.

David Smith 18 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Great service and Hayley was very helpful when I phoned for more information, thank you.

James Hunter 4 Mar 2025

44 star rating

I have just made a claim through Acasta on my previous policy and anticipate the settlement payment in the next few days. The whole process was fairly straightforward.

David Kent 10 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Always been very pleased with company and will continue to use for my GAP ins, wdl done guys full marks.

Barbara Stewart 4 Dec 2024

55 star rating

Hayley was brilliant 🤩 I had done everything on line & it wouldn’t let me in to do my password so Hayley sent me a link. Also she amended my cover from 3 to 4 yrs. Very pleased w…

Liam Boyle 6 Nov 2025

55 star rating

1st - GREAT! price 2nd - quick and easy 3rd - did i mention the GREAT pricing?

Carolyn Lyle 16 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Great information easy to understand and £100 less than my dealer offered.

Anthony Mackenzie 14 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Full marks for very easy to use application form. Your help line was friendly and a pleasant girl gave me all the information I needed. I have purchased the Gap insurance I need no…

Mark Tait 23 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Used Direct Gap for years. Friendly, efficient service , great prices and fantastic customer service.

Jennifer Hodgett 2 Jan 2026

55 star rating

Website is so easy to use and the level of cover and cost compares favourably with their competitors. Second policy with Direct Gap would definitely recommend to others.

Katie Sharp 3 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Great support on the phone earlier :)

Craig Richards 7 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Existing customer, easy to use portal, and helpful staff

Edward McLeod 6 Jan 2026

55 star rating

thank you, 3rd or 4th policy I bought

MOIRA RAPSON 9 Oct 2025

55 star rating

I have used Direct Gap several times. The website is very clear and easy to use. The price is competitive. I have never had to claim so I can't comment on that aspect.

David Pibworth 3 Feb 2024

55 star rating

Easy to complete and far cheaper than quoted by the main dealer

Alan Stewart 20 Oct 2025

55 star rating

Excellent website which is easy to use and a range of policies to suit your needs. The price of the policy I chose was very competitive and cheaper than most. I also liked the high…

Paul Blenkinsop 19 Jun 2019

55 star rating

Second time I have used direct gap for my car gap insurance. So simple to set up. Excellent cover policy to suit my needs and a great price too. Less than £200 for 4 years cover on…

Chloe 3 Apr 2021

55 star rating

Excellent service and all questions answered. Great policy covering all named drivers.

CRAIG Wadner 28 Sep 2019

55 star rating

Good price 33% of the dealer cost and easy to order.

Paul carter 15 Jun 2021

55 star rating

Competitive price that has given me more confidence in driving my car.

Lewis Hamilton 18 Dec 2013

55 star rating

I already have GAP insurance for my car with DG and still found them the best. So my partner and I took out GAP insurance with DG for our two new motorcycles.

R Collister 23 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Simply because of value for money, and a professional service.

FAQ

What is the maximum monthly benefit?

Up to £2,000 (depending on your selected limit) or 65% of your normal monthly income, whichever is less.

What if I get temporary work during my unemployment claim?

Claims can be suspended, not ended, provided temporary work lasts no longer than six months.

Are there any exclusions for COVID-19 related claims?

Yes. Claims directly or indirectly resulting from COVID-19 or other pandemics are excluded.

What happens if I find a new job during an unemployment claim?

You must inform the administrator, and if the job is temporary, your claim may be suspended and later resumed if you become unemployed again.

Is there a limit to the amount of claims I can make?

You can make multiple claims up to the maximum benefit specified on your policy document (this is usually up to 12 months) and is subject to a return-to-work period between claims of 6 months.

Will ASU cover my entire (100%) income?

The policy covers up to a maximum of £2,000 or 65% of your normal monthly income, whichever is less. This is also dictated by the level of cover you chose.

Is ASU suitable for part-time workers?

Yes, as long as you are working a minimum of 16 hours per week and meet the other standard eligibility requirements (age etc.).

Will ASU cover me if I move abroad?

If you cease to reside or work in the United Kingdom, your coverage will end as the policy requires you to live and work in the UK.