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Travel Insurance for You and your family

Secure your family's travels with UAE's leading travel insurance plans instantly online or via phone. From Travel Smart to Travel Schengen plans offer complete peace of mind, whether you need Schengen insurance or comprehensive international coverage. As UAE's top-rated travel insurance provider, we work tirelessly to ensure that when the unexpected happens, you have all the support you need.

All our travel insurance policies include:

  • Instant digital policy issuance and coverage confirmation
  • 24/7 emergency assistance in multiple languages
  • 50% discount on children's travel insurance (under 16)
  • Direct billing to major hospitals worldwide
  • Fast travel insurance claims processing and settlements
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Travel Smart: Premium UAE Travel Coverage You Can Trust

Travel Smart is the best travel insurance protection in the UAE brought to you by GIG Gulf. Our flexible coverage adapts to your travel needs and budget. Get full comprehensive or a smart plan tailored for you. These are our travel protection benefits:

  • Up to $1,000,000 of Emergency Medical Expenses cover
  • Trip Cancellation up to $5000
  • Legal Assistance up to $4000
  • Up to $500 for Delayed Departure
  • Baggage or Money Loss up to $5000
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Schengen Insurance: Essential for Schengen Visa

It is compulsory to have travel insurance when travelling to any Schengen country. GIG Gulf's Schengen travel insurance provides Embassy-approved coverage with instant policy certification for your visa application. Our comprehensive European travel protection meets all consulate requirements.

  • Cheap Travel Insurance for Europe
  • Certificate for Visa available in minutes
  • Up to EUR 40,000 for Emergency Medical Expenses
  • Up to EUR 750 for Emergency Dental Care
  • Up to EUR 30,000 for Emergency Medical Transportation
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Annual Multi-Trip Insurance

Save with GIG Gulf's premium annual travel insurance plan designed for frequent travelers. Our comprehensive 12-month travel protection delivers unlimited trip coverage worldwide, making it the most cost-effective choice. Experience year-round peace of mind with a single policy, no matter how many trips you go on.

  • Unlimited trips
  • Lasts for 12 months
  • Can be adapted to include the coverage you need
  • Includes Schengen countries
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Schengen Insurance: Essential for Schengen Visa

If you're travelling within GCC, travel insurance is required to get a visa. GIG Inbound Travel Insurance covers your medical emergencies all over GCC, as per the visa requirements. You can level it up with GIG Inbound Travel Insurance Plus which offers additional travel cover, so you can rest easy knowing we are here to help no matter the travel emergency.

  • Up to AED150,000 for emergency medical treatment
  • Up to AED50,000 for emergency transportation
  • Up to AED10,000 for baggage and money loss or damage
  • Loss of passport up to AED1500
  • Optional adventure sports coverage
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Travel insurance product summary

Travel Smart**
(in USD)
Travel Schengen
(in EUR)
Travel Smart Essentials
(in USD)
Emergency medical expenses 1,000,000* 40,000** 1,00,000*
Emergency dental care  1,000* 750** 500*
Emergency medical transportation Included in chapter A limit 30,000 Included in chapter A limit
Repatriation of other insured persons USD 10,000 - NA
Repatriation of mortal remains USD 10,000 5,000 7,000
Premature return (death of close relative) Economy ticket - Economy ticket
Visit of close relative Economy ticket - Economy ticket
Cost of first aid and/or rescue *** 20,000 - NA
Personal liability 1,000,000 - 1,00,000
Legal assistance in case of redress 4,000 - NA
Advance of bail bond (refundable) 10,000 - NA
Cancellation of curtailment  5,000 - 1,000
Delayed of departure Up to 500 - Up to 500
Delayed baggage 250 - 250
Personal baggage and personal money 5,000* - 1,000*
Loss of passport 500* - 250*
Personal accident 27,500 - 27,500
Terrorism extension (optional) 100,000 - NA
Adventure sports - - NA

Coverage in US dollars except for Schengen in Euro.

Benefits are for each Insured Person for Smart and Schengen and per family for the Family Plan.


*Excess of USD30 applicable for each and every claim.


**Excess of USD100 applicable for each and every claim.


***This cover is applicable only if Adventure Sports option is selected, the additional premium is paid and the Adventure sports cover is shown on the Policy Schedule.

Travel Inbound Product Summary

Inbound
(in AED)
Inbound Plus
(in AED)
Emergency medical treatment 150,000 (Inpatient only) 150,000* (In & out patient)
Emergency transportation 50,000 50,000
Repatriation of mortal remains 15,000 15,000
Cancellation of curtailment - 5,000
Delayed Departure - 50 up to 750
Delayed baggage - 750
Personal baggage and money - 10,000*
Loss of passport  - 1,500*
Adventure sports - Covered

Excess of AED 400 applicable for each and every claim.

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How to submit your insurance claim

If you need to submit a claim, GIG Gulf's dedicated claims team is here to help. No matter where you are, you can rely on us to guide you through the process and provide the support you need.

To request an endorsement or cancellation, simply click Here.

To submit a claim, you can choose one of the following options:

  • Call our customer service team at 800 292 and one of our representatives will guide you through your claim. We're available to assist you anytime, anywhere.
  • Submit your claim through this link. Our online claims submission process is quick and easy, allowing you to get the support you need as soon as possible.

At GIG Gulf, we understand that unexpected events can happen at any time. That's why we're committed to providing our customers with the support they need to navigate these situations with confidence. Contact us today to learn more about our claims process and how we can help you.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Insurance

1. Is travel insurance mandatory?

2. How much does travel insurance cost?

3. What does travel insurance cover?

4. Can I get travel insurance if I'm pregnant?

5. What are pre-existing conditions for travel insurance?

6. Is holiday insurance the same as travel insurance?

7. Can travel insurance be extended?

8. Can travel insurance be refunded?

9. Can travel insurance be bought after booking a holiday?

10. Can travel insurance be bought after departure?

11. Does travel insurance cover medical expenses?

12. Does travel insurance cover missed flights?

13. Does travel insurance cover cancelled flights?

14. Does travel insurance cover car rental?

15. Does travel insurance cover COVID?

16. Does travel insurance cover delayed flights?

17. Does travel insurance cover strikes?

18. Does travel insurance cover theft?

19. Does travel insurance cover dental?

20. Should I get a single-trip or annual multi-trip cover?