Travel Insurance That Covers Covid-19 For 2023

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Countries around the world reopened their borders for tourism throughout the second half of 2020 and 2021, but as we enter 2023, travel has made a huge comeback, making coverage more important than ever.

While more people are vaccinated than ever, of course, travelers can still test positive for Covid-19 before or during a trip. Having a travel health insurance package that covers emergency medical costs, trip interruptions and cancellation costs related to Covid-19 is key when planning travel in 2023.

Below we have the most current information about the best travel insurance policies for travelers who want to ensure they are fully covered for their trip.

Travel Insurance with Covid Coverage

Please Note: This article is meant as a general information guide only. Travel Insurance is constantly changing in the current environment and it is up to each traveler to ensure they are properly covered for their individual situations. We do our best to keep this article updated but insurance policies can change without notice. The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety and insurance abroad. We do not endorse or recommend traveling against government travel advisories. 

Covid coverage works the same as any other illness as long as it was not contracted before your coverage start date, and does not fall under any other policy exclusion or limitation. Testing for COVID-19 will only be covered if deemed medically necessary by a physician. 

Average Cost of SafetyWing

For 4 weeks of coverage:

• 10-39 years old $40.04
• 40-49 years old $64.68
• 50-59 years old $101.64
• 60-64 years old $137.76

Rates are for any country of travel except for: Cuba, Iran, Syria, and North Korea.

WHAT THAT COVERS

• Coverage up to $250,000
• Deductible $250
• Trip Interruption – up to $5000
• Lost Checked Luggage – up to $3000
• Political Evacuation – up to $10,000
• And lots more including intensive care, ambulance, hospital stays, travel delays, medical evacuation, emergency dental, etc. You can see everything that SafetyWing covers, including what sports activities, etc on their FAQ page

Once you have selected your type of coverage you will be able to customize your travel insurance. HeyMondo lets you easily customize coverage to help you save money or give you extra coverage where you need it. (example: covering shiny new electronics like laptops).

As of June 4, 2021, HeyMondo Premium also covers some bonus things that are very relevant in a covid-era travel world, like: medical care (including covid care) on-board a cruise ship, and hotel quarantine accommodation insurance (Extra lodging expenses due to medical quarantine are covered when testing positive and prescribed by a doctor, which countries like Costa Rica require you to have for entry). Even expensive PCR tests when they are medically prescribed.

Another thing we like about HeyMondo’s coverage is the handy app it comes with that allows you to chat with a doctor 24/7 when you have coverage. Small perks like that give travelers piece of mind.

HeyMondo even covers the cancellation of your trip if you test positive before your vacation.

Editor’s Note:
We used HeyMondo this summer for a 2-month trip throughout Europe in 2021 when we felt SafteyWing just didn’t have enough coverage amounts. We needed higher coverages for trip cancellations, medical care, etc that only HeyMondo could give us.

If you want to read up more on coverage options and prices, go to the HeyMondo Quote Page to learn more

InsureMyTrip

✓ Good for senior Americans, Canadians, and all other nationalities who need coverage over 69

InsureMyTrip is great for travelers from all countries, especially seniors over 69 who can’t find coverage with other companies.
InsureMyTrip has all the normal travel insurance coverages you would expect, plus:

• Cancellation due to diagnosed illness before traveling
• Emergency medical care if you become ill from covid-19 while traveling
• Accommodation coverage if quarantined at your destination
• An optional ‘Cancel For Any Reason’ add on, which is very handy in times of Omicron

World Nomads

✓ Good for Americans only with sports add-ons

World Nomads insurance has a ton of coverage and has become popular with sports fans and adventure seekers. Currently, World Nomads is only offering U.S. residents travel insurance that covers Covid-19 related illnesses.

Staysure

Staysure is a great travel insurance for our UK readers who need some type of covid coverage.

While it’s not the most robust policy on the market in terms of covid related coverages, it does cover the basics.

COVID coverage/benefits for UK residents who purchase Staysure insurance:

Your policy will give you coronavirus (COVID-19) coverage for emergency medical expenses and repatriation if you catch the virus during your insured trip. This means if you develop COVID-19 while on holiday and need help, you’ll be covered as long as you have declared your pre-existing conditions.

For all other events that might be caused by coronavirus, including cancellations, you wouldn’t be covered to make a claim, but they might be able to help you change your plans.

Other Important 2023 Travel Resources

What To Do If You Test Positive While On Vacation In Mexico

These Airlines, Cruises, And Hotels Allow Travelers To Cancel Last Minute

What To Do If Your Flight Is Delayed Or Canceled

What To Do If You Test Positive Right Before Your Trip?

Traveling This Winter? Add Travel Insurance That Covers Omicron To Your Trip

Traveler Alert: Don’t Forget Travel Insurance For Your Next Trip!

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Originally Published July 10, 2020 with updates