COVID-19 Travel Coverage
Some budget travel policies still treat COVID-19 as an epidemic exclusion rather than a covered illness, which matters if a positive test forces an extended hotel stay or a hospital visit abroad. These plans and riders specifically include COVID-19 diagnosis, treatment, and quarantine costs alongside the usual medical benefits.
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Global specialist treating COVID-19 as standard medical condition across all accident and sickness travel plans
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Travel insurance covering COVID-related medical expenses and emergency evacuation as standard, with a dedicated resource page explaining the scope.
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Travel insurer offering COVID-19 coverage for medical expenses, trip interruption, and optional quarantine protection
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Swiss conglomerate covering COVID-19 medical expenses and trip cancellation in FunTravel and standard policies
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Global medical and security assistance with optional travel insurance including COVID-19 medical and trip cancellation coverage
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Insurance broker partnering with AXA, MSIG, Blue Cross to offer COVID-19 coverage in travel and expat medical plans
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Built specifically for digital nomads with full COVID-19 coverage included as a standard medical benefit, no extra rider needed.
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Large global insurer offering travel plans with COVID-19 as a covered illness, including both emergency medical and trip interruption benefits.
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Australian travel insurer offering COVID-19 coverage with medical expense and trip cancellation benefits
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Global travel insurer offering COVID-19 coverage in silver, gold, and platinum plans with medical limits up to $250,000
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Offers trip cancellation if COVID-19 contracted before departure and full medical evacuation support during travel
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Travel protection subsidiary treating COVID-19 like other covered illnesses with optional Cancel For Any Reason benefit
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Multi-plan travel insurer with customizable COVID-19 medical coverage from $50,000 to $2 million
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Italian insurer with travel division covering COVID-19 in trip cancellation, interruption, medical, and evacuation benefits
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International medical plans with coronavirus-specific explainer detailing how COVID-19 treatment is handled under Patriot and Global policy options.
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International travel insurance underwriter covering COVID-19 medical expenses and quarantine costs in Safe Travels plans
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International health insurance specialist covering medically necessary COVID-19 testing and treatment across multiple plans
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Canadian coverage up to $1M CAD for vaccinated travelers and $5M CAD for fully immunized ones
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International travel insurer covering COVID-19 medical expenses, trip delay with quarantine accommodation, and emergency evacuation
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Travel medical plans with detailed COVID-19 coverage including testing and treatment costs for travelers who contract the virus abroad.
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Comprehensive travel protection treating COVID-19 as standard illness in trip cancellation, medical, and evacuation benefits
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Digital travel insurance with Cancel For Covid-19 option and medical coverage across Economy to Platinum plans
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Specialized insurer covering COVID-19 medical expenses within limits across Basic, Essential, and Annual plan tiers
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UK insurer automatically covering COVID-19 emergency medical treatment and repatriation without extra riders
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UK travel insurer including COVID-19 as standard with optional upgrade for self-isolation and curtailment cover
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European travel insurer with full outpatient coverage, EUR 1M inpatient limits, and quarantine accommodation up to EUR 1,500
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UK travel insurer with COVID-19 cover in all single-trip and annual policies, vaccination required, 14-day pre-travel cancellation
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UK-based travel and expat insurer with 30 years experience covering COVID-19 trip cancellation and medical expenses
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US provider covering COVID-19 medical emergencies and quarantine expenses in Diplomat and Atlas Essential plans
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Nomad subscription plan with integrated COVID-19 testing and treatment coverage alongside standard travel medical benefits for remote workers.
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EU insurer with coronavirus cover standard on all annual policies for emergency medical and cancellation benefits
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App-based travel insurer offering COVID-19 medical coverage including testing, treatment, and quarantine costs as standard across its plans.
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UK insurer offering COVID-19 trip cancellation, medical emergency, and repatriation coverage for all traveler vaccination statuses
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Travel medicine insurer offering COVID-19 medical expense coverage and evacuation through United Healthcare Global partnership
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Travel protection provider covering COVID-19 diagnosed after policy purchase with cancellation and quarantine extension benefits
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Travel insurance treating COVID-19 as standard sickness with optional Cancel For COVID-19 Sickness add-on available
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Expat health insurance specialist providing travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage and medical evacuation services
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UK travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage in single-trip and annual policies subject to policy wording review
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Trawick brand offering $100,000 primary emergency medical coverage for COVID-19 and optional quarantine benefits
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Visitor medical insurance broker offering COVID-19 coverage in VisitorSecure plans with quarantine assistance up to $500
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Digital nomad insurance with no pandemic exclusions and COVID-19 coverage up to your policy medical maximum
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Asian travel insurance provider with COVID-19 treatment coverage and medical expense benefits
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Travel insurance marketplace and broker offering a dedicated COVID-19 comparison page to help travelers find plans with virus coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Does my travel insurance cover the cost of a hospital visit if I test positive for COVID-19?
Yes, many of the listed insurers treat COVID-19 as a covered illness rather than an exclusion. You can find plans that provide coverage for medical expenses, emergency medical treatment, and even evacuation if needed.
What happens if I have to cancel my trip because of COVID-19?
Some providers offer trip cancellation benefits if you contract the virus before your departure. Others include trip interruption or cancellation coverage within their standard medical or specialized travel plans.
Can I find insurance that covers quarantine costs if I test positive while traveling?
Several options include benefits for quarantine protection or trip interruption. Some insurers even offer optional riders or specific benefits to help manage these unexpected costs.
Are there plans specifically designed for digital nomads that include COVID-19 coverage?
Yes, certain providers build COVID-19 coverage into their standard medical benefits without requiring an extra rider. These are often tailored for long-term travelers and remote workers.
How much medical coverage can I get for COVID-19 related illnesses?
Coverage limits vary significantly depending on the plan you choose. Some insurers offer customizable medical limits ranging from $50,000 to as high as $2 million.