Consumer Voice

Inclusions

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In general, what are the inclusions in an overseas travel insurance policy?

The following aspects illustrati­ve, not exhaustive): • Personal accident • Loss of checked-in baggage • Delay in checked-in baggage • Loss of passport • Personal liability • Hijack allowance • Emergency cash • Trip cancellati­on/delay (interrupti­on) • Missed flight connection

Expect These Exclusions

are covered (list

Check which age bracket you fall under for certain plans as age is a significan­t factor in determinin­g premiums.

Takeaways for Consumers

a) Buy a policy that offers emergency cash/ hospital daily allowance in case of sudden hospitalis­ation. b) Opt for a policy that has dental treatment

as one of the inclusions. c) Make sure it gives you burglary cover at home. If you are travelling for a long time and there is no one back home, it's better to buy a plan that offers coverage for burglary and protection of building.

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