SR-22 · New Hampshire · Updated 2026-10-18

SR-22 insurance in New Hampshire

What New Hampshire requires after a DUI, a lapse or driving uninsured, how long the filing lasts, what it costs the state, whether a non-owner filing works, and which companies in New Hampshire write the policies that carry it, from the state's own pages and the insurance company directory.

New Hampshire uses the SR-22 filing. Who needs it: Any DWI, leaving the scene of an accident, a 2nd reckless driving offense, driving-related homicide or assault, repeat excessive speeding, and uninsured accidents or unpaid judgments. The DMV notifies you in writing. How long: 3 years from the conviction, crash or action (DWI 2nd: from restoration eligibility); relief is by written request. The insurer files it electronically with the state once the policy is bound; a non-standard auto policy with the filing is often cheaper than people expect. 0 companies write personal auto in New Hampshire; the ones used to filings are tagged below.

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The rule

What New Hampshire requires

From New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles, Financial Responsibility; sources at the bottom.

Filing	SR-22
Who needs it	Any DWI, leaving the scene of an accident, a 2nd reckless driving offense, driving-related homicide or assault, repeat excessive speeding, and uninsured accidents or unpaid judgments. The DMV notifies you in writing.
How long	3 years from the conviction, crash or action (DWI 2nd: from restoration eligibility); relief is by written request.
State fees	No separate state SR-22 filing fee stated; insurer charges vary. License restoration fee: $100 after a suspension or revocation.
Non-owner filing	Accepted: file an Operator's SR-22. With non-owner coverage on file, no vehicle may be registered to you until owner coverage is filed.
How it's filed	An insurer licensed in New Hampshire files the uniform SR-22 (in duplicate) with the DMV. Faxed SR-22s are not accepted. Electronic filing: not stated by the state.
If the policy cancels	Your insurer files an SR-26; your license and registration are suspended 20 days after the DMV's notice unless a new SR-22 is filed. Whether the 3 years restart: not stated.
Minimum liability limits	25/50/25 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage)
Who handles it	New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles, Financial Responsibility

The requirement does not end automatically; send a written request to the FR SR-22 Processing Section after 3 years. Out-of-state residents can't have it waived.

Who writes it

Companies that write personal auto in New Hampshire

The regulator's company list for this state isn't machine-readable; the insurer groups below come from the NAIC's market share report.

Largest personal auto groups in New Hampshire (2025)

#	Insurer group	Share
1	Progressive Group	22.3%
2	State Farm Group	15.8%
3	Berkshire Hathaway Group	10.0%
4	Allstate Ins Group	8.3%
5	Liberty Mut Group	6.8%
6	United Serv Automobile Assn Group	6.5%
7	Amica Mut Group	3.2%
8	Travelers Group	3.0%
9	Plymouth Rock Ins Group	2.8%
10	Farmers Ins Group	2.7%

How to get it today

Send the quote request with the reason for the filing (DUI, lapse, uninsured accident) and the date the state gave you; that goes to the companies above that take it.
Bind the policy; the insurer sends the SR-22 to the state electronically the same day in most cases.
Keep the policy paid for the whole period: a cancellation is reported to the state and usually restarts the suspension.

I'm licensed in 48 states and Washington, DC and your request stays with my agency, not passed to another agent. In Florida and Washington, where my licenses are still being issued, a partner agency in your state helps in the meantime.

Questions people ask

How long do I need an SR-22 in New Hampshire?

3 years from the conviction, crash or action (DWI 2nd: from restoration eligibility); relief is by written request.

Who needs an SR-22 in New Hampshire?

Any DWI, leaving the scene of an accident, a 2nd reckless driving offense, driving-related homicide or assault, repeat excessive speeding, and uninsured accidents or unpaid judgments. The DMV notifies you in writing.

Can I get a non-owner SR-22 in New Hampshire?

Accepted: file an Operator's SR-22. With non-owner coverage on file, no vehicle may be registered to you until owner coverage is filed.

What happens if my policy cancels during the SR-22 period?

Your insurer files an SR-26; your license and registration are suspended 20 days after the DMV's notice unless a new SR-22 is filed. Whether the 3 years restart: not stated.

Sources

Facts are from the state's official pages on the date shown and can change; the state's page controls. Company lists come from the insurance company directory.

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