When you've booked a trip around an event and it's cancelled.

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How are special events covered by travel insurance?

This cover only applies to Australian and New Zealand countries of residence. For all other countries of residence, there's no cover under any policy.

If you've booked a trip to an international sporting event, funeral, or concert and it gets cancelled or you're forced to use alternate transport to get there, there's cover under the cancellation or trip interruption benefits. This means you can either claim for your pre-paid, non refundable transport and accommodation if you need to cancel or reasonable additional transport to get you there...whichever is cheapest.

Of course, there are limits on the cover, which you can read about in your policy. And you'll need to provide receipts and a letter from the airline to say what's happened so we can process your claim.

What's not covered by travel insurance?

  • If you change your mind and don't want to go
  • If you have a relationship break down
  • If you buy a policy after the event is cancelled
  • Any act or threat of terrorism.

This is not a full list of what's covered and not covered. There are item limits and conditions that apply, so read your policy carefully before you buy.

Be prepared when you claim.

  • Scan/take a photo your receipts.
  • See what refunds you can get first from your transport or accommodation providers.
  • Keep copies of your itineraries.
  • Make sure you have a copy of any airline or transport documentation.
  • Get a letter stating the reason why the event was cancelled.

Bike accident

I was cut off by a dog whilst riding a push bike. Subsequent to my initial consultation with the doctor I was referred to hospital where I received surgery for my fractured foot and had my hand placed in a cast. I received assistance from specialty assist for my hospital bills and repatriation.
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Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you*

Trip Cancellation

Been working hard for your trip?

We'll work hard to protect it.

Trip Protection
  • Unexpectedly hospitalixed?
  • Travel buddy unfit to travel?
  • Close relative suddenly dies?

We’ve got your back.

Emergency Medical Expenses

Feeling fit and healthy? What if you get sick or injured?

Take the pain out of medical or dental costs.

Emergency Medical Insurance
  • Need meds quick?
  • Accidentally injured?
  • Suddenly sick?

We’ve got your back.

Emergency Medical Transportation

Know where the nearest hospital is?

Don’t stress, we’ll get you there quickly.

Evacuation and Repatriation
  • Banged up abroad?
  • Need a hospital urgently?
  • Medevac home?

Help starts here.

Protect your gear

Love photography, filming or sport?

Cover your bags, tech or gear.

Protect your gear
  • Passport or tech stolen?
  • Airline lost your gear?
  • Bags delayed?

Help starts here.

  • Emergency Overseas Medical & Dental Expenses
  • Emergency Medical Evacuation & Repatriation
  • Trip Cancellation or Interruption
  • 24-Hour Assistance Services
  • Baggage
  • And more (depending on your country of residence)
*This is a general summary only. Restrictions, exclusions and limitations will apply. Coverage may not be available for all countries, states or provinces. Benefit limits may vary depending on the plan chosen. Get a quote for full details.

24/7 emergency assistance

Whether you need medical assistance or emergency evacuation, our teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.

Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?

Contact the team

FAQ

Here are our most frequently asked questions about overseas medical insurance. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Help Center or you can ask our customer service team