Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


  Product and Options

There are 2 products available to you:

1. Seniors Annual Travel Insurance with 2 plans for you to choose from:

  • International Plan (Worldwide cover)
  • Domestic Plan (Australia only)
With Seniors Annual Travel Insurance covered journeys are limited to 45 days. For journeys exceeding 45 days, consider a Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy.

2. Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance

With Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance there are 5 plans for you to choose from:

Plan Type

Covered locations under each Plan

Plan A

Americasand Africa (compulsory if more than 20% of Your Journey is in the Americas and/or Africa ) and locations covered by Plans A, B, C and Domestic. 

Plan B

UK, Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, China, the Middle East, and Indian Sub-Continent and locations covered by Plans B, C and Domestic*

Plan C

South East Asia and locations covered by Plans C and Domestic*

Plan D

New Zealand , Indonesia , South West Pacific and locations covered by the Domestic Plan*

Domestic

Australia Only


* Covered locations include the Americas and Africa if less than 20% of Your Journey occurs in the Americas and/or Africa.

  • You can be covered for journeys of up to 6 months under the Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance Plan A,B,C,D or up to 3 months under the Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance Domestic Plan.

If you're travelling more than once per year, you may want to consider obtaining a quote for Seniors Annual Travel Insurance. Seniors Annual Travel Insurance policy starts from $395* for International Plan.

* Example based on customers who are aged 50-75. 

Seniors Annual Travel Insurance and Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance allows you to select either Single or Joint Cover:

Single Cover - Cover for You and Your Dependant Children and Grandchildren and two (2) other Unrelated Children provided they are travelling with You on a Journey.

Joint Cover - Cover for You and Your Spouse/Partner and Dependent Children and Grandchildren and two (2) Unrelated Children provided they are travelling with You on a Journey

  General

Q. Is there any excess on each claim?
A. Yes - $100 on international plans and $50 on domestic plan.

Q. I have purchased a Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy and I have decided to extend my 3 weeks trip by another 2 months, will you extend my policy?
A. No - but a new Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy can be taken out for the extra 2 months. (Not the difference between 3 weeks and the extended period)

Q. I have purchased a Seniors Annual Travel Insurance policy and I have decided to extend my 45 days trip by 5 days, will you extend my policy?
A. No, each trip covered under the Seniors Annual Travel Insurance policy may be for a maximum of 45 days only. For extended cover you would need to purchase an additional Seniors One Trip Insurance policy.

Q. Can an Insured cancel their Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy?
A. No - unless it is during the cooling off period.

Q. Can an Insured cancel their Seniors Annual Travel Insurance policy?
A. Yes, at anytime by telling us in writing.

Q. Why is your policy so cheap?
A. We can maintain competitive premiums because a lot of our policies are sold online which means minimal administrative costs are passed onto consumers.

Q. If I take my grandchildren, will they be covered under the Policy?
A. Yes - dependent children and grandchildren and 2 other unrelated children – who are up to and including 21 years of age, are covered for free when you purchase this policy. There are no restrictions on the number of dependent children and grandchildren to be included. All dependent children and grandchildren/unrelated children must be named on the policy. If you need to add more than 5 dependent children, please call 1800 024 848.

Q. Does the policy cover trip cancellations?
A. The policy does cover trip cancellations in certain circumstances, however please refer to the Policy Wording and PDS for full explanation and defined terms.

Q. Is there a maximum travel period that the Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance will cover?
A. Yes - the maximum journey period covered is 6 months under the International Plan and 3 months under the Domestic Plan. If however you are planning to travel longer, you are able to purchase two policies to cover the total travel period - i.e. you are travelling for 7 months, you can purchase a policy for the initial 6 months and then another for the dates travelled in the last month.

Q. Is there a maximum travel period that the Seniors Annual Travel Insurance will cover?
A. Yes - the maximum trip period covered is 45 days. You can purchase an additional Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy for up to 6 months under the International Plan, if required.

Q. Do I need to provide a medical certificate?
A. No - you do not need to provide a medical certificate to take out this policy.

Q. Can my friend take up this policy if she doesn't have a Seniors Card?
A. Yes - you don't need to hold a Seniors Card to take out the policy, but you must be at least 50 years old when applying.

Q. How old do I have to be to apply for Seniors Travel Insurance?
A. You must be at least 50 years old when you apply.

Q. What is the maximum age I can apply for Seniors Travel Insurance?
A. You must not be over 90 years old when you apply unless you will commence your journey before your 91st birthday.

Q. Can I pay by cheque?
A. Our preferred payment method is credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, AMEX and Diners Club Card. For alternative payment methods, please call 1800 024 848.
  Luggage and Travel Documents

Q. Is clothing damaged or stained inside a suitcase due to leakage of deodorants etc, covered?
A. Yes - subject to terms and conditions and limits.

Q. What is the limit of cover for any one article on the Seniors One Trip Travel Insurance policy?
A. $500 for any one item or set or pair of items.

Q. What is the limit of cover for any one article on the Seniors Annual Travel Insurance (International) policy?

A. $750 for any one item or set or pair of items

Q. What is the limit of cover for any one article on the Seniors Annual Travel Insurance (Domestic) policy?

A. $500 for any one item or set or pair of items. 

Q. Is a video camera or any other item on loan or hire for the trip covered?


A. Yes - we regard these items as 'personal effects', but You must make sure they are not already insured by the owner - who can claim on their own policy. Subject to terms and conditions and limits.

Q. Are spectacles, contact lenses, false teeth, wheelchairs, artificial limbs, etc, covered?


A. Yes - subject to terms and conditions and limits.

Q. What happens if the carrier 'temporarily' misplaces the total luggage for more than 24 hours?


A. We will reimburse you for essential emergency items of clothing and toiletries up to the amount specified in the product/plan you purchase.

Q. The customs department will not allow me to bring in wooden carvings - can I claim?


A. No - confiscation or destruction by customs or other authorities is not covered.

Q. Credit cards were stolen and used by the thief to buy several items - what can be claimed?


A. The cost of obtaining replacement credit cards maybe covered PLUS your personal legal liability arising from their illegal use is covered providing that you comply with all card conditions prior to and after the theft.


  Overseas Medical, Cancellation/Additional Expenses

Q. I have booked a trip but can no longer go because my employer has cancelled my leave - is it covered?


A. No - the policy excludes cover for losses arising from an employer’s request.

Q. I have been charged extra to change my itinerary as I can't meet a friend in London - can I claim?


A. No - the policy excludes cover for a change in plans.

Q. My trip to Fiji was cancelled due to cyclones - can I claim?


A. Yes - subject to the policy limits, terms, conditions and exclusions.

Q. My mother died after being sick for 6 months - can I claim travel cancellation?


A. No -  but we cover loss of deposits and cancellation charges arising from the unforeseeable death of a relative. Subject to the policy limits, terms, conditions and exclusions.

Q. I suffer from pre-existing medical and physical conditions.
Can I claim for Medical/Hospital/Additional Expenses if I need treatment when overseas?


A. No - except if you have a condition listed in the "Pre-approved Medical Conditions".


  Overseas Medical Assistance (applicable only to International Plans)

Q. What is ACE Assistance? How does it work?


A. ACE Assistance is a 24 hour emergency help line. In the event of a medical or similar emergency overseas, you simply call (reverse charge) the number shown on the card and ACE Assistance will assist in locating medical assistance in your areas.

Q. What does ACE Assistance do?


A. ACE Assistance provides free of charge, a service which will direct you to medical or hospital care available locally. They also provide some pre-travel advice on health.


  Personal Liability

Q. I am sued following a motorcycle accident in Fiji - can I claim?


A. No - this section specifically excludes cover for losses arising from the use of mechanically propelled vehicles.

Note: We will not consider any liability claim unless our written approval has been given before you become involved in litigation or make any undertaking to pay. The total liability for any claim including legal and other costs is the same amount shown in the Schedule.

  Accidental Loss of Life

Q. Are dependent children, grandchildren and covered unrelated children covered under this section?


A. Yes - but only $1,000 for Accidental Loss of Life.


For further information or to speak to one of our customer service representatives, please call 1800 024 828.


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