How Fast Can I Get a Certificate of Insurance?

Need a COI fast? Learn what a certificate of insurance is, who needs one, and how to get one issued in hours — not days.

Getting Started | 3 min read | 2026-01-10

You just landed a new contract and they need a COI by tomorrow. Here's what it is, why they need it, and how to get one issued in hours — not days.

A certificate of insurance (COI) is a one-page document that proves you have active insurance coverage. It lists your policy types, limits, effective dates, and the insurance carrier. It doesn't change your coverage — it just proves it exists.

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