Buying Travel Insurance

How to get a price, and buy at home or while traveling

Travel Insurance: Trekking in Nepal and Helicopter Evacuation

We are constantly asked “if I become sick or injured while trekking in Nepal, is helicopter evacuation covered?” and "How does it all work if I need...

Buying travel insurance

Will I be covered for several types of sports and activities while travelling, and is my sports gear covered?

Packing your sporting gear and taking off on an epic thrill-seeking adventure? We know intrepid travelers value their equipment and well-being. This is why we p...

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What countries or regions do I choose to get a quote?

When getting a quote for World Nomads travel insurance we ask you tell us a little about your trip. The more details you give us the better we can service you. ...

Buying travel insurance

Travel Insurance: Where do I enter a World Nomads promo code?

You enter a promotion or campaign code on the first page you arrive at after you get a quote.Scroll down the page and enter your promotion code and click a...

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Can someone speak my language?

Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.

Buying travel insurance

What countries are covered by World Nomads travel insurance?

We offer travel insurance to most countries in the world; however, war or sanctions may affect coverage available to a destination or region.

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How do cooling off periods work?

Maybe you’ve decided not to travel after all, or your plans changed right after you bought the policy. All our policies are subject to a period within whi...

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Is travel insurance mandatory to travel to certain countries?

Before your trip, check to see if there are current travel alerts for your destination – you can also view the latest government advice.

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Help Center - Are there any waiting periods?

Yes, there are two types of waiting periods on our policies:

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Help Center - Can I get a discount on my policy?

If you have previously bought a policy with us, you can obtain a discount on your next policy.

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Cover for trip resumption after an unexpected return home

We’ll pay for your reasonable additional travel expenses (equivalent to a return Economy Class airplane ticket) for you to resume your trip to the destina...

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Travel Insurance: What does trip interruption cover?

Sometimes things happen that are outside of your control and result in you needing to make a change to your trip. If your trip is interrupted or disrupted, you ...