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For Irish travellers, the rules on travel insurance vary depending on your destination. Some countries require visitors to have travel insurance as a condition of entry, while others strongly recommend it. These rules change frequently, so before setting off, it’s wise to check with your tour operator, airline, or the Department of Foreign Affairs to avoid surprises at immigration.
Even if travel insurance isn’t mandatory, having a policy ensures some cover for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost baggage, and unexpected disruptions - things that could otherwise leave you out of pocket.
Some countries ask for proof of travel insurance to protect themselves and their visitors, here’s some of the reasons why:
If you’re heading to a country requiring insurance, don’t just grab any policy - make sure it meets the specific coverage requirements. Here’s what to look for:
Even if travel insurance isn’t compulsory, it’s worth considering. Travel mishaps don’t discriminate - flight delays, lost baggage, medical emergencies, or trip cancellations can happen anywhere. World Nomads keeps travel insurance simple, with two policies: Standard and Explorer. Here’s what’s covered:
Traveller’s tip: If a country requires a specific level of coverage, check your policy documents or contact our team—we may be able to issue a travel insurance confirmation letter for visa applications. Get in touch if you have any questions.
Some countries and airlines throw in “free” or “compulsory” travel insurance with their visa requirements or travel packages. Sounds like a win, right? Not always. These policies often come with bare-bones coverage, which means you might be left out of pocket if something goes wrong.
Before relying on "free" insurance, consider:
Bottom line? A tailored travel insurance policy - one that matches your itinerary, budget, and risk level - could potentially be the best way to protect your trip and your wallet. Wondering how much a World Nomads Insurance policy costs? Grab an online quote.
We’re here to help if you have a question about travel insurance.
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.