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Emergencies while travelling

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Emergencies while travelling: get help fast, wherever you are

Whether it's medical support, lost documents, or travel disruptions, our team is always available to provide immediate assistance.

Our assistance partner

We work with leading global assistance companies to ensure you have the best care and support, no matter where you are. With local experts in most countries, we can handle any emergency situation with speed and precision.

How to get 24-hour emergency assistance

Log onto the client portal here

A WhatsApp chat will be available

With geo location for the correct assistance company to assist you.

Types of emergencies covered

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Medical emergency

If you experience sudden illness or injury during your trip your policy makes provision for emergency medical and related expenses, including doctor visits, hospitalisation and prescription medication.

If you experience a sudden illness or injury while abroad, it's important that the Assistance company is contacted. You must obtain the assistance company's approval before incurring any medical expenses exceeding R10 000.

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Luggage loss or delay

If your luggage is lost or delayed, please obtain an airline report or a property irregularity report from the airline. If your luggage is stolen, we will require a police report. In case of stolen cellphones, we require proof of blacklisting. Report to the nearest police as soon as possible.

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Travel delay, weather conditions, and missed connections

You will require confirmation from the public conveyance confirming the cause of the delay and the length of the delay as well as confirmation of any airline contribution towards alternative travel arrangements.

Prepare for your trip:
tips for handling emergencies

  • Contact the assistance company immediately in the case of a medical emergency.
  • Save our emergency contact numbers in your phone.
  • Make photocopies of your passport and travel insurance policy.
  • Share policy details with your next of kin.
  • Keep your chronic medication with you on your person.
  • Always be alert.

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Emergencies while travelling

For immediate assistance, find the correct emergency contact number associated with your policy. Available 24/7.

Chat with us

TripCovered support

+27 83 575 6352
support@tripcovered.co.za

Available hours weekdays: (GMT +2)

08h00 - 17h00

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