Finally, some good news! Travel is picking up, so some insurers have started offering cover again.
Just remember, you won't be covered for any pandemic related claims if you do take out domestic travel insurance.When it comes to insurance covers in Australia, Medibank has been a household name for years. A well-known provider of health insurance both privately and for Australian companies, their travel insurance policies are just as reliable and easy to use. The Medibank travel insurance policy options cover a broad range of needs for travellers travelling for both leisure and business with specialised options available to bring a tailored cover solution. Whether you are a backpacking student, family of four, or a globe-trotting executive you will find adequate cover to account for a range of losses including;
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Get 25% Off World2Cover Travel Insurance
Get 10% off all Tick travel insurance policies
Save 5% on your travel insurance when you buy a duo policy with Fastcover
Earn Velocity Points with Cover-More
Medibank-Members get a 15% discount If you are already a Medibank member receiving health coverage, you will get a 15% discount off of the price of your travel insurance. Medibank-Free global SIM card When you purchase an international comprehensive travel policy seven days or more before your departure date, you will receive a phone SIM card that can keep you connected in over 180 countries. Click this link to stay in touch when travelling far from home.
Purchase your international travel policy at least seven days in advance of your scheduled trip to receive your complimentary global SIM card. Make sure you purchase your insurance well in advance of your departure date. The free global SIM card will be offered to you via email after you make your insurance purchase. There are no activation fees with your global SIM card, which can be used with most cell phones and tablets. You will however be charged discounted rates per minute when you make a call.
Designed exclusively for travel outside of Australia, the comprehensive insurance package can be fitted for the region that you will be vacationing in. Coverage includes any medical care that you may require along with travel plans coverage and protection for your personal belongings.
As some travel insurance covers may be offered by your credit card company or other entity, Medibank offers a reduced policy that will take care of your medical expenses in the event that you fall ill or are injured while travelling.
Designed for people who travel often, either for business or for pleasure. This insurance coverage is available both domestically and internationally, providing protection for any medical care and your personal belongings.
Receive comprehensive cover for domestic trips in Australia. This policy includes cover for rental vehicle excess insurance, trip cancellation, luggage and personal items cover. So if you are looking to save on your travel insurance even more - grab a coupon code and save!
You can submit a claim with Medibank by fax, regular post or email. You will however get the quickest response if you submit your claim online through their web site. You have up to 60 days after your return to file your claim. For claims regarding medical care you must report to the 24 hour emergency assistance team if you are admitted into a hospital.
Since 1976 Medibank has been providing Australians with a range of insurance solutions to cover their own wellbeing and their assets. Medibanks range of insurance products includes health insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance and life insurance. Owned exclusively by Australians, Medibank has long-standing relationships with almost every private hospital as well as over 8,000 extras providers..
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My wife and I are 75 and 77 respectively. Are we able to buy a multi trip international travel policy. We travel on average a couple of times per annum.
Hi Lawrence,
Thanks for your question. There are five travel insurance brands currently in our panel that offer annual policies to those over the age of 75: Budget Direct, InsureandGo, Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI), Woolworths and youGo.
You will need to calculate whether or not an annual policy will be providing you with value for money. You may want to read our travel insurance guide that will help you know when is annual travel insurance worth the money.
Generally, we found that travellers will need to make more than three trips per year for the policy to be of value. However, this will be dependent on a travellers age, duration of trip, and destination.
I hope this was helpful,
Richard
this means you can check every contract I have held with any insurance company,, what has my house insurance got to do with travel insurance?
*I authorise Great Lakes Australia, Travel Insurance Partners and Medibank, to give or to obtain from any other insurer, an insurance reference bureau, medical provider, lawyer, or recovery agent any information relating to any insurance held or claim made by me.
Hi John,
Thanks for your question. finder.com.au is a comparison service and not an insurer. Insurers often share information to get a better understanding of the risk they are taking on by insuring you. For instance if you have a history of claiming for stolen items in your home.
I hope this was helpful,
Richard