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Planning an overseas holiday? Whether you’re embarking on an around-the-world adventure or in search of some rest and relaxation, you can enjoy added peace of mind during your trip with RACV International Travel Insurance.

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Planning an overseas trip is an exciting time. You can spend hours choosing your destination, booking your accommodation, and mapping your route. However, choosing the best travel insurance for you doesn’t need to take hours of research. RACV International Travel Insurance policies provide a choice of three levels of cover to choose from. You can even choose RACV Annual Multi-Trip coverage if you plan on taking more than one holiday in the next year.

COVID-19 Benefits

RACV Travel Insurance now includes limited COVID-19 cover# on RACV Comprehensive Travel Insurance.

#Limits and sub-limits apply. Refer to the Product Disclosure Statement for full details.

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RACV Members get 15% off RACV Travel Insurance

Choice of cover for your holiday

Because each overseas adventure and adventurer is different - your international travel insurance policy needs to be too. Choose from three policies with different levels of cover at different prices, to suit your next overseas holiday. All RACV international policies alsocome with overseas medical and hospital cover so that assistance is available when you're far from home.

Terms, limits and conditions apply.Please read theProduct Disclosure Statementfor more information.

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Cover for the unexpected

Things don’t always go to plan on overseas expeditions.Whether your trip is disrupted by an event like an unexpected natural disaster or stolen passport, RACV International Travel Insurance lets you choose the cover that suits your needs.

Terms, limits and conditions apply.Please read theProduct Disclosure Statementfor more information.

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If you’vescheduledseveral trips on yourcalendarforthe next 12 months, anannual travel insurance policy could be suitable for you.Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance gives you and your familycover for a full year – ontripswhere you travel more than 250km from home.

Whether you’re travelling solo or with your family, for fun or for business, anannual travel policy can provide cover for multiple trips per year.

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Why choose RACV International Travel Insurance?

24 hour assistance

The team of emergency assistance experts are available to provide support 24-hours a day. They can help you find the resources you need to make your way home safely. Help is at hand.

Overseas medical cover

Anyone can fall ill or sustain injuries while travelling abroad. By choosing to insure your trip through RACV Travel Insurance, cover is available for overseas medical on all international travel insurance policies, as well as cover for hospital and dental.*

Cover for cancellation fees & lost deposits

In addition to being covered for illnesses and injuries, certain policyholders can also claim for unforeseeable situations, such as missing luggage and lost deposits.1

Important information: 1. Cancellation fees and lost deposits cover not covered on Basics policy, while limits apply for Essentials. *Terms, limits and conditions apply. Please read the Product Disclosure Statementfor more information about medical, hospital and dental cover.

Frequent traveller? Find out more about Annual Multi-Trip Insurance.

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When it comes to selecting the right international travel insurance policy for your next overseas adventure, you need to ensure that the policy you choose has all the inclusions you need.Whether you’re seeking overseas dental and emergency expenses, or a policy which covers your golf clubs, RACV Travel Insurance has a range of policies to choose from.

RACV Travel Insurance offers four international travel insurance policies; Comprehensive, Essentials, Basic, and Annual Multi-Trip. Each policy offers a different level of cover. Discover what’s included in each policy, below.

Please read theProduct Disclosure Statementcarefully to understand what this policy covers.

COVID-19 Benefits

RACV Travel Insurance now includes limited COVID-19 cover#on RACV Comprehensive Travel Insurance.

#Limits and sub-limits apply. Refer to theProduct Disclosure Statementfor full details.

Summary of Cover

Summary of Cover

Comprehensive (per Adult)

Includes COVID-19 Benefits

Essentials (per Adult)

Basics (per Adult)

Annual Multi-Trip (per Adult)

Section 1 Cancellation Fees and Lost Deposits

1A: Unforeseen Circ*mstances#

$unlimited^^

$25,000

Not Applicable

$unlimited^^

1B: Death, Injury or Illness of Your Relative, Your Travelling Companion or Your Travelling Companion’s Relative#

$1000***

$1,000***

Not Applicable

$1,000***

1C: Emergency Worker Leave+ (Sub Limit)

$1000

$500

Not applicable

$1000

1E:

Travel Agent Fees+ (Sub Limit)

$4000

$2000

Not applicable

$4000

Section 2: Overseas Medical, Hospital, Cash in Hospital, Dental and Related Expenses

2A:Ski and Winter Sports Overseas Medical and Hospital

$unlimited**

$unlimited**

$Unlimited**

$unlimited**

2B:

Cash in Hospital#+ (Sub Limit)

$6000

$3500

$1500

$6000

2C:Overseas Dental#+ (Sub Limit)

$unlimited**

$2000

$500

$unlimited

2G:Funeral Expenses Overseas*+ (Sub Limit)

$20,000

$15,000

$10,000

$20,000

Section 3: Luggage and Personal Money

3A:

Luggage#

$15,000

$7500

$2000

$15,000

3B:Travel Documents+ (Sub Limit)

$5000

$1500

Not Applicable

$5000

3C:Luggage Delay+ (Sub Limit)

$750

$500

Not Applicable

$750

3E:Personal Money+ (Sub Limit)

$500

$250

$5000

$500

Section 4: Emergency Expenses

4A: Emergency Expenses

$unlimited^^

$25,000

Not Applicable

$unlimited^^

4B:Resumption of Travel+ (Sub Limit)

$5000

$1500

Not Applicable

$5000

4C:Emergency Expenses for Death, Injury or Illness of Your Relative, Your Travelling Companion or Your Travelling Companion’s Relative

$unlimited^^**

$25,000***

Not Applicable

$unlimited^^**

4D:Special Events

$5000

$2000

Not Applicable

$5000

Section 5–24

5: Accidental Death*

$25,000

$15,000

Not Applicable

$25,000

6: Accidental Disability*

$25,000

$15,000

Not Applicable

$25,000

7: Your Legal Liability

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

8: Rental Car Excess

$8000

$4000

Not Applicable

$8000

9: Loss of Income

$10,400

$5200

Not Applicable

$10,400

10: Financial Default

$10,000

$5000

Not Applicable

$10,000

11: Domestic Pets^

$650

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

$650

12: Domestic Services ^

$1500

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

$1500

13: Travel Delay

$3000

$1500

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

14: Hijack and Kidnap*

$10,000

$5000

Not Applicable

$10,000

Ski and Winter Sports optional add-ons

15:Ski Overseas Medical and Hospital

$unlimited**

$unlimited**

Not Applicable

$unlimited**

16:Equipment Hire^

$2000

$1000

Not Applicable

$2000

17:Ski Pack^

$1000

$500

Not Applicable

$1000

18:Piste Closure^

$1000

$500

Not Applicable

$1000

19:Bad Weather and Avalanche^

$1000

$500

Not Applicable

$1000

20:Lift Pass*

$500

$250

Not Applicable

$500

COVID-19 Benefits

21: COVID-19 Overseas Medical and Hospital and Emergency Expenses#

$unlimited^^

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

22: COVID-19 Cancellation Fees and Lost Deposits

$3,500 combined limit

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

23: COVID-19 Additional Expenses# and Special Events

$3,500 combined limit

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

24: COVID-19 Travel Delay#

$3,500 combined limit

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

*#Limits and Sub Limits apply. See pages 10-23 for details. ^^$unlimited means that generally there is no cap on the maximum dollar amount which may be paid out for this benefit, subject to the specific terms and conditions, sub-limits and exclusions that apply to this benefit. **$unlimited means that generally there is no cap on the maximum dollar amount which may be paid out for this benefit, subject to the specific terms and conditions, sub-limits and exclusions that apply to this benefit. This benefit covers reasonable overseas medical and hospital costs as a result of an injury (including arising from a Terrorist Act) or illness occurring which first shows itself during Your Period of Insurance. Benefits may be paid up to 12 months from the time You received treatment for the injury or illness, but only for reasonable expenses incurred during that time. All medical treatments must be provided by Your Treating Doctor or Our Consulting Medical Officer. You must notify Us as soon as practicable of Your admittance to hospital. *This cover is per person listed in Your Policy. ^This cover is per policy. +This Sub Limit is a subset of this overall policy benefit section. *** Sub Limit and Policy Limit may apply – please refer to sections 1B and 4C in the PDS The information provided is general advice only. Before making any decisions please consider your own circ*mstances and the Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determinations. For copies, visit racv.com.au. RACV Travel Insurance issued by Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd ABN 80 000 438 291 AFSL 246 548. Terms & conditions apply, refer to the PDS. Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) Ltd AR 001243563 is an authorised representative of the issuer and receives commission for each policy sold or renewed.

Luggage item limits

Planning on taking your new camera or laptop on your next overseas holiday? Be sure to check whether its value falls within the policy limit shown below. This will ensure the items you’re taking on holiday are adequately covered by your insurance plan.

Policy benefits

Policy benefits

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Comprehensive (per Adult)

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Essentials (per Adult)

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Basics (per Adult)

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Annual Multi-Trip (per adult)

Cameras and Video Cameras

$3000

$1500

$750

$3000

Laptops and Tablets

$3000

$1500

$750

$3000

Golf Clubs

$3000

$1500

$750

$3000

Medical Devices

$3000

$1500

$750

$3000

Smart Phones

$1000

$500

$350

$1000

Dental Prosthesis

$1000

$500

$350

$1000

Other Items

$1000

$500

$350

$1000

If you're planning on driving overseas, apply online for your International Driving Permit with RACV

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No two overseas trips are the same, with RACV Travel Insurance, you can choose from the below policy options and add-ons.

Excess Options: you can choose to vary Your Excess, which is the amount you must pay if you have a claim. The Excess You choose will either increase or reduce your Premium. The Plan Type you select has the following Excess ranges:

  • Single Trip International policies $0, $100, $250, $500 or $1,000
  • Annual Multi-Trip policy is $0, $100 or $250
  • Domestic $0 or $100

Your Excess will be shown on your Certificate of Insurance.

Ski and winter sports cover

IMPORTANT:you must purchase Ski and Winter Sports Cover in order to be covered for any Ski and Winter sports benefits listed under Ski and winter sports optional ad-on.

Not all winter sports are covered.

Ski includes snow skiing and snowboarding.

Winter Sports includes. leisure bigfoot Skiing, cat Skiing, cross country Skiing (along a designated cross country ski route only), glacier Skiing, ice hockey, ice skating, luging (on ice only), mono Skiing, Off-piste Skiing (with a professional guide only), recreational Skiing, snowmobiling and tobogganing.

It does include any of the above activities when they are undertaken for competition, including training or practising purposes.

If you do purchase this additional coverage, it is a condition of cover that you act in a responsible way to protect yourself and that:

Specifically, the activity must:

  1. be conducted through a commercial operator; and
  2. be available to the general public; and
  3. not be considered Extreme Risk; and
  4. not require any special skills, pre-fitness training program prior to the participation of the activity, or a high level of fitness to undertake.

Policy benefits

Policy benefits

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Comprehensive (per Adult)

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Essentials (per Adult)

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Basics (per Adult)

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Annual Multi-Trip Plan (per Adult)

15:Ski and Winter Sports Overseas Medical and Hospital

$unlimited**

$unlimited**

Not applicable

$unlimited**

16: Equipment Hire^

$2000

$1000

Not applicable

$2000

17: Ski Pack^

$1000

$500

Not applicable

$1000

18: Piste Closure^

$1000

$500

Not applicable

$1000

19: Bad Weather and Avalanche^

$1000

$500

Not applicable

$1000

20: Lift Pass*

$500

$250

Not applicable

$500

#Limits and sub limits apply. Refer to the Product Disclosure Statement for full details.

^^ $unlimited means that generally there is no cap on the maximum dollar amount which may be paid out for this benefit, subject to the specific terms and conditions, sub-limits and exclusions that apply to this benefit.

** $unlimited means that generally there is no cap on the maximum dollar amount which may be paid out for this benefit, subject to the specific terms and conditions, sub-limits and exclusions that apply to this benefit. This benefit covers reasonable overseas medical and hospital costs as a result of an injury (including that arising from a Terrorist Act) or illness occurring which first shows itself during Your Period of Insurance. Benefits may be paid up to 12 months from the time You received treatment for the injury or illness, but only for reasonable expenses incurred during that time. Medical treatments must be provided by a legally qualified medical practitioner. You must notify us as soon as practicable of Your admittance to hospital.

*This cover is per person listed in Your Policy

^This cover is per policy.

Cruise cover

If you require cover for a Cruise, please select the Cruise option when purchasing a policy. This will determine the Premium you pay.

Cover for international river cruising is included automatically and you do not need to select the Cruise option.

Cruise Cover is required for all Ocean Voyages of more than one night.

RACV Member discount

Looking for ways to save on insurance costs so you have more money left over for your trip? RACV Members are entitled to a 15% discount on RACV International Travel Insurance policies.

RACV Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance plan

This provides year-round cover for your travel provided you are 250km from your Home. When you purchase your policy please include the countries you are travelling. This will determine the premium you pay.

Please refer to RACV Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance for conditions associated with Annual Multi-Trip plan.

  • Travel alerts

    Think carefully before visiting countries/regions with DFAT travel advisory of "Do Not Travel", RACV Travel Insurance won't cover you for these destinations.

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The information provided is general advice only. Before making any decisions please consider your own circ*mstances and the Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determinations. For copies, visit racv.com.au. Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) Ltd AR 001243563 is an authorised representative of the issuer and receives commission for each policy sold or renewed. RACV Travel Insurance issued by Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd ABN 80 000 438 291 AFSL 246 548. Terms & conditions apply, refer to the PDS.

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FAQs

How much does international travelers insurance cost? ›

The average cost of travel insurance is about 3% to 5% of a trip's total value, according to quotes gathered by our research team across different travel insurance providers for various traveler profiles.

Which insurance is best for foreign travel? ›

Based on our comprehensive review, the companies offering the best travel medical insurance are Faye, IMG, Travelex, AIG Travel Guard and Allianz. Travel medical insurance is a specialized type of coverage that helps pay for medical bills and emergency evacuations if you're hurt or become sick while traveling.

Who is the best and cheapest travel insurance? ›

The 7 Best Cheap Travel Insurance Companies Worth The Cost
CompanyBBB RatingCheapest Plan
Travelex Compare PlansA+Travel basic
Seven Corners Travel Insurance Compare PlansA+Trip Protection Basic
Generali Global Assistance Compare PlansA+Standard Plan
AIG Travel Guard Compare PlansA+Essential
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How much international travel medical insurance do I need? ›

How much travel medical insurance do you need? Squaremouth, a travel insurance comparison site, recommends buying at least $50,000 in emergency medical coverage for international travel. For travelers going on a cruise or to a remote destination, the site recommends at least $100,000 in coverage.

What is the best travel insurance company? ›

The Best International Travel Insurance Providers in Detail
  • Faye. Our Top Pick. ...
  • Travelex. Our pick for families. ...
  • Nationwide Travel Insurance. Our pick for most coverage reimbursed. ...
  • Tin Leg. Our pick for customizable coverage. ...
  • Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection. ...
  • Seven Corners Travel Insurance. ...
  • AIG Travel Guard.

Who is cheaper than travelers insurance? ›

Of the 10 largest car insurance companies, only Geico and USAA are cheaper than Travelers, on average.

Does my US insurance cover international travel? ›

U.S. health insurance plans typically do not cover regular and routine medical care required overseas. This means your health insurance won't pay for care if you need to visit a doctor for a prescription medicine, or if you need treatment for a condition that is not considered an emergency.

Is travel insurance worth it for an international flight? ›

If you would lose the money you paid for your flights, accommodations, rental car, or activities if you had to cancel or go home early, travel insurance that specifically includes trip cancellation and trip interruption is probably a good idea.

Where is the best place to get travel insurance? ›

The best travel insurance
  • Santander. Times Money Mentor award winning cover. ...
  • Saga. Best for over-50s. ...
  • Post Office. Best for those with pre-existing medical conditions. ...
  • Aviva. Best for those wanting substantial medical cover. ...
  • LV= Best for a range of unique add-ons. ...
  • Switched On. ...
  • Just Travel Cover* ...
  • InsureandGo*
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What travel insurance will not cover? ›

Travelling against medical advice or to get medical treatment. If your doctor says it's not safe for you to travel, then you won't be covered. Similarly, if you go abroad to get planned treatment, sometimes called 'medical tourism', a standard policy will not cover this – you'll need specialist insurance instead.

What is a good rate for travel insurance? ›

On average, travel insurance is around 5%-6% of the total trip cost, and the average trip cost for US travelers from April 2022- April 2024 was around $6,441.

Is it better to buy travel insurance early or late? ›

In general, you can buy coverage any time before the date of your trip. That said, it's always best to buy coverage as soon as you make your reservations. The sooner you buy travel insurance, the sooner you'll be protected and the more benefits you may be eligible to receive.

Is Allianz good travel insurance? ›

Allianz is a popular choice among business travelers due to its AllTrips Executive travel insurance policy with coverage for lost, stolen or damaged business equipment and rental car insurance. Earning 4.1 out of 5 stars, our expert reviewers think Allianz is a great choice for international travel insurance.

Is $50,000 travel insurance enough? ›

Every plan is different, but the coverage amounts and benefits may vary. Determine how much you really need. For example, SquareMouth recommends international travelers get around $50,000 in Emergency Medical coverage and $100,000 for cruises or travel to remote areas.

Which health insurance is best for international travel? ›

Consider getting multiple travel insurance quotes through TravelInsurance.com to get an idea of the cost of coverage for your upcoming travel plans.
  • Allianz Travel Insurance: Best Overall.
  • AIG Travel Guard: Best for the Cost.
  • Generali Global Assistance: Best for Medical.

How much is international health insurance per month? ›

How Much Does International Health Insurance Cost? International health insurance can cost you anywhere from $200 to $900 per month— with an average of $500. However, your international health insurance can vary depending on the following factors: International or local.

Can you buy international travel insurance? ›

You can purchase a comprehensive international travel plan through Allianz that includes all the major coverages you would expect, or opt for specialized coverage for international medical expenses, car rentals and more.

Is international shipping insurance worth it? ›

If the products you're shipping are valued at less than $100, it may not make sense to purchase additional insurance. However, if the items you regularly send are high-value, fragile, or irreplaceable, shipping insurance is probably a worthy investment.

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