For when you have to cancel your trip because you or a close relative falls unexpectedly ill
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If you've booked and paid for your overseas trip and need to unexpectedly cancel before your trip starts because of one of our covered reasons, your World Nomads policy may reimburse you for your non-refundable trip costs including transportation and accommodation.
If you must cancel your trip due to a covered reason, there's trip cancellation cover in both our Standard and Explorer plans. We cover your non-refundable prepaid trip costs (up to the maximum limit listed in the schedule of benefits) if you can't travel for a covered reason.
Medical emergencies are one of the most common reasons for trip cancellation. You may be covered if one or more of the following people develops a medical condition as certified by a physician that prohibits them from travelling, or dies:
We know more than illness can stop you from travelling, so we also provide coverage in cases like these:
When you get a quote, be sure to read through the policy to understand the coverage and what the limits are, and any conditions and exclusions that apply. If you have questions regarding the coverage, please contact us.
Travel insurance isn't designed to cover everything. Here are some things that are not covered by your World Nomads plan:
For more information, check out our article on trip cancellation.
Depending on your claim, you'll need copies of:
This is only a summary of coverage and does not include the full terms and conditions of the policy. It is important you read and understand your policy as it contains benefits, conditions, exclusions and pre-existing condition exclusions. If you do not understand your coverage, or if you have questions about your coverage, just ask us.
Depending on your claim, you'll need copies of:
I have to cancel my trip to Tanzania because my wife had an accident and she is waiting for a scan of her back. I should fly to Berlin tomorrow, then Bergen and day after to Africa. It is impossible now because she is alone in the house and I have to take her tomorrow to hospital for another scan. I paid 900 pounds for a Kilimanjaro Climb which is not refundable as it is too close to departure. I paid a deposit for a 3 day safari and had to cancel flights and my volunteer job.
Here are our most frequently asked questions about buying travel insurance for cancellation. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Helpdesk or you can ask the customer service team. If you’re looking for general travel advice, you can ask our community at Ask a Nomad.
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