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Want to know more about it
Verified | Bharath Kanna | 04 Mar, 2025, 01:17 PM
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04 Mar, 2025, 04:37 PM
Hello, Thanks for writing in. Travel insurance typically provides coverage for unforeseen events that may occur during your trip. Here are some of the common coverages that travel insurance provides:
- Trip cancellation and interruption: If you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness, injury, or death in the family, travel insurance can provide coverage for the non-refundable expenses.
- Emergency medical expenses: If you fall ill or get injured during your trip, travel insurance can provide coverage for emergency medical expenses such as hospitalization, medical evacuation, and repatriation.
- Baggage and personal belongings: If your baggage or personal belongings are lost, stolen, or damaged during your trip, travel insurance can provide coverage for the cost of replacement.
- Travel delay and missed connections: If your flight or train is delayed, travel insurance can provide coverage for the additional expenses such as meals and accommodations.
- Accidental death and dismemberment: If you suffer accidental death or dismemberment during your trip, travel insurance can provide coverage for the medical expenses and the cost of repatriation.
Whether or not you need travel insurance depends on several factors, such as the cost of your trip, your destination, and the activities you will be participating in. If you are traveling to a foreign country or participating in adventure sports, you may need additional coverage that may not be provided by your regular health insurance or credit card benefits. Additionally, if your trip involves non-refundable expenses such as airfare, hotels, and tours, you may want to consider purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment.
It is recommended that you compare multiple travel insurance plans and read the policy documents carefully before making a final decision. It is also important to understand the coverage exclusions and limitations of the travel insurance policy to ensure that you are getting the coverage you need.
Visit the following link to learn more about Travel Insurance
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I have canceled my traveling hence want to cancel travel policy
Verified | SHARDA DULAKHE | 13 Dec, 2024, 01:19 PM
Replied by Policybazaar Team
13 Dec, 2024, 03:23 PM
Hello Sharda, You can cancel your travel policy by contacting our customer care team at 1800-258-5970 from your registered mobile number. Alternatively, you can also send an email to our customer support team with your policy details and request for cancellation at care@policybazaar.com. Thanks
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international travel insurance
Verified | Venkateswararao | 29 Apr, 2024, 01:11 PM
Replied by Policybazaar Team
29 Apr, 2024, 01:15 PM
Hello Venkateswararao, A travel insurance policy can provide coverage for health emergencies or baggage loss while travelling away from home. You can find and compare various plans for international travel insurance by clicking on the link provided in the context and filling in your trip details. You must share the required details such as travel dates, number of people travelling and their ages, and whether you or any co-traveller suffer any pre-existing diseases (Yes/No) to view relevant plans. Additionally, one of our travel insurance advisors will assist you with your requirements through a callback.
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Indian passport holder studying in USA going to France for internship for 3 weeks , health insurance
Verified | Prashant | 22 Apr, 2024, 07:43 PM
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Replied by Policybazaar Team
23 Apr, 2024, 12:22 PM
Hi Prashant, thanks for reaching out. We have a variety of insurance available on our website. A travel insurance policy is a great way to keep yourself covered against any financial burden arising from health emergencies or baggage loss while travelling away from home. You can find, compare and purchase various plans by clicking on the link here and filling in your trip details: Travel Insurance
In addition to the destination and number of people travelling, you will also need to provide the following additional details to view the relevant plans:
1. Travel dates
2. Ages of all the people travelling
3. Whether you or a co-traveller suffer any pre-existing diseases (Yes/ No)
Meanwhile, we are also arranging a callback from one of our travel insurance advisors to assist with your requirements.
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I'm looking to purchase travel insurance for my mother-in-law, who will be traveling to the UK from May 2nd to August 15th, 2024. Can you recommend the best travel insurance option that provides comprehensive coverage for her trip? In UK she is going to live with us in Southend- on -Sea, Essex. Will insurance cover in NHS Hospital. Southend Hospital- Mid and South Essex NHS foundation trust.
Verified | Anoopkrishnan Indira Ramakrishna Pillai | 22 Apr, 2024, 12:18 AM
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22 Apr, 2024, 11:18 AM
Hello Anoop, Our travel insurance policies provide comprehensive coverage for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost baggage, and other unforeseen events during your travel. However, the coverage for medical expenses in NHS hospitals may vary depending on the policy you choose. Our insurance advisor will be able to assist you with the best travel insurance options that provide coverage for medical expenses in NHS hospitals. They will contact you within the next 24 hours to discuss your requirements and provide you with the best quotes.