Can I Extend My Travel Insurance?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Unfortunately,

once a travel policy is expired, you won't be able to extend it

. But you can easily purchase a new policy at VisitorsCoverage.

Can I change my travel insurance dates?


You can amend your policy at any time before your trip departure date, within the terms and conditions of your policy

. From adding extra cover options, to telling us about a new medical condition, it's important to keep your policy up to date so it covers you for what you need it to.

Can I get travel insurance for 2 years?

What Are Your Long Stay Travel Insurance Options? If you do some research, you'll find

some policies will cover for longer – up to 18 months to two years in duration

. There are also a handful of providers that will let you extend for a second year if your first annual policy has not expired.

Does travel insurance have a time limit?

Time limits regarding insurance claim filings will vary according to the company, underwriter and your policy. For example,

some travel insurance plans allow as little as 20 days for you to file a claim, while others may allow a year

.

Can you buy travel insurance after you have left UK?


Freedom Insurance working together with It's So Easy Travel Insurance can offer customers who have already left the United Kingdom an option to still take out an insurance policy

. You would need to be a UK passport holder, have unrestricted entry to the UK and be registered with a GP in the UK.

What is Extended Stay insurance?

Extended trip or long stay travel insurance

keeps you protected for a longer period than a typical single trip policy

. So, if you're planning a round-the-world adventure, long visit overseas or gap year, extended travel insurance should be an essential on your travel checklist.

What is long stay travel insurance?

Long-stay travel insurance is

cover that protects you on longer-term trips

. Most standard travel policies will only cover you for holidays of up to 31 days – although some single-trip policies will cover a three-month stay. Long-stay travel insurance generally covers trips lasting up to 18 months.

What is long term travel insurance?

Long-term travel insurance is

insurance for anyone taking a long-term trip who needs medical expenses and trip-related coverage

. Any trip that lasts a minimum of 90 days and a maximum of one or two years (depending on the long stay travel insurance company) is considered a long-term trip.

Does travel insurance cover Covid 19?

Travel insurance that covers cancellation for COVID-19

usually covers you to cancel if you or a travelling companion get COVID-19

. A ‘travelling companion' may be defined as someone who is travelling at least 50% of the trip with you.

What is travel insurance curtailment?

Travel insurance policies usually provide cover for a policyholder to

cut short their holiday for ‘insured events' like illness, injury or death

. This is known as ‘curtailment'.

What is the maximum length of a trip that can be covered by a travel insurance policy on a per trip basis?

INSURANCE? Under the single trip plan the maximum number of days is

182 per trip

. Under the annual plan you are insured for trips of up to 92 days each.

Is it too late to purchase travel insurance?

When Is It Too Late to Buy Travel Insurance? 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.

How long do you have to make a travel insurance claim?

Most insurers will give you

31 days

to make a claim. However, you should try to claim as soon as possible, especially for medical expenses.

Can I buy travel insurance on the day I leave?


You can purchase travel insurance any time before the date of your departure

. However, your plan choice may be limited if you wait until the last minute.

Can you buy travel insurance when already abroad?

You don't need to be in your Home Country to get cover,

you can buy a policy from anywhere in the world, as long as you're residential status is still in the UK

.

Can I get travel insurance for 90 days?

3 Month Travel Insurance Policies

If you're looking for 90 days travel insurance for your volunteering project or gap year,

we can offer Backpacker, Standard Long stay or Silver and Gold Long Stay policies

.

Can you get travel insurance for 12 months?


Annual multi-trip plans provide you with emergency medical coverage for an unlimited number of trips over a 12 month period

. However, annual plans limit the number of days you are allowed to travel per trip.

What are the benefits of having travel insurance?

  • Protect the cost of your trip if you have a travel delay or need cancellation.
  • Offset added expenses due to a travel delay or lost, delayed or damaged luggage.
  • Protect from expensive medical bills in case you are injured or become ill while traveling abroad.

Can you get travel insurance for 4 months?

4 Month Travel Insurance Policies

If you need 4 months travel insurance for an extended trip overseas, you might find that your usual travel insurer can only offer cover up to 45 days or 3 months.

In order to get travel insurance for 4 months or even longer, you need an insurer like Navigator Travel Insurance

.

What is the maximum number of days a customer can go away for if they have an annual multi trip policy?

Is there a limit on how many trips I can take on an annual multi trip travel insurance policy? No, you can take as many trips as you like as long as each trip doesn't last longer than 31 days if you have an Essential policy, or

90 days if you have a Premier policy

.

Timothy Chehowski
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Timothy Chehowski
Timothy Chehowski is a travel writer and photographer with over 10 years of experience exploring the world. He has visited over 50 countries and has a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and hidden gems. Juan's writing and photography have been featured in various travel publications.