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Whether you’re exploring on the map or hurtling off it, serious accidents can happen anywhere, anytime.
If you have a serious accident while on holiday, you will want to consider travel insurance. An unexpected accident, for example, a car accident resulting in broken bones, a serious illness that lands you in hospital, or an injury caused while hiking or doing any type of sports, could really add to the pain you may already be feeling.
Injuries resulting from an accident can be extremely costly due to ongoing medical expenses, particularly when it involves medical evacuation costs. Thinking about the benefits of travel insurance when traveling abroad could mean you can be covered appropriately, and you may save thousands of dollars.
Make sure you’ve read your policy wording as there are there are terms and conditions, limitations, and exclusions. Always do your research on where you’re going and what you plan to do when overseas as this will help you pick the right policy.
Note: while you may have access to health insurance for any accidents in your Country of Residence, this may not be the case when you are overseas. Please be aware that this is accident and emergency cover only and is not a private medical insurance policy. It only covers you if there is a sudden and unexpected accident causing you injury or if you suddenly become ill during your trip.
With World Nomads you can get an instant quote anytime, anywhere, before you leave home or while you’re on the road.
While we offer cover for over 100 sports, activities and experiences, we won’t cover you if you try to make a claim resulting from a sport or activity that isn’t covered by your policy. This can apply to cover for sports-related injuries, as well as equipment loss/damage and any personal financial losses. Make sure that each sport or activity you will be engaging in is covered by your insurance policy; if it’s not, consider upgrading your policy to ensure you are appropriately covered.
A large number of travelers may experience some kind of trouble when holidaying overseas each year. That’s why our 24/7 Emergency Assistance team can help out when you need it the most. Our teams can guide you to the nearest hospital, set up direct payments to the medical facility, arrange medical transport, and provide support to your family back home.
Here are some tips that will help with your a claim:
This is not a full list of what's covered and what's not covered. There are limits and conditions that apply, so for more information check out our articles on overseas medical coverage and adventure sports coverage, and read your policy carefully before you buy.
Travel insurance tip: if you’re involved in an accident and are hospitalized or suffer an injury, you must report the incident to the relevant local authority (e.g. police, hotel manager, other travel service provider) as soon as possible and provide a copy of the written evidence to verify your claim. For example, you will need a police or roadside assistance report if you are delayed after a vehicle breakdown or a road accident.
I was injured in a moped accident, in Koh Tao, Thailand. The moped turned over onto my foot and I had sprained/injured ligaments and tendons in my left foot. I was unable to walk on my foot at all. The doctor gave me a bandage in lieu of a cast, and crutches, stating that I could not bear any weight on my foot for a minimum of three weeks. I was also told to rest my foot, and could not do so while traveling. I needed to come back to the US for help getting around as well as time to heal.
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Here are our most frequently asked questions about overseas travel accidents. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Helpdesk or you can ask our customer service team.
Before your trip, check to see if there are current travel alerts for your destination – you can also check travel advice and restrictions for your destination(s) as these may impact cover, or your ability to travel.
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