HomeBenefitsQuoteWhatsApp
Travel insurance for studying abroad

Embark on your
study adventure
abroad with total peace of mind.

  • Select product
  • Select country(ies)
  • Select travellers
  • Select travel dates
  • Get a quote
    Get insured in 5 mins

Peace of mind while studying abroad

Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity but comes with new challenges and uncertainties. TripCovered Travel Insurance products provide comprehensive protection for international students. From covering emergency medical expenses and hospitalisation to insuring your personal belongings, TripCovered Travel Insurance ensures you're fully covered throughout your educational trip. When dealing with unexpected medical emergencies and navigating a foreign country's healthcare system, TripCovered Travel Insurance has your back, giving you the confidence to focus on your studies and experience life abroad.

Why travel insurance for students studying abroad

Studying abroad is an exciting adventure, but it's important to safeguard against unexpected challenges. Here's why travel insurance is essential:

โœˆ๏ธ

Cancellations

Safeguard your trip from the unexpected-cancellations, lost luggage, and delayed flights won't ruin your trip.

๐Ÿฅ

Medical emergencies

In a medical emergency abroad, rest assured you'll receive prompt, quality care without the financial burden.

๐Ÿ˜Œ

Covered

Enjoy stress-free travel knowing you're covered for everything from minor inconveniences to major disruptions.

๐ŸŽ“

Studying abroad

Focus on your studies while we handle the risks, ensuring you're protected wherever you go.

Our Cover Plans

Comprehensive
Leisure Travel Insurance

Compare our leisure plans. Covering you for medical emergencies, cancellations, belongings, and travel disruptions.

Displaying Cover For

COMPREHENSIVE +

YOUR HEALTH
MEDICAL AND RELATED EXPENSES
R 120,000,000
Medical transportation, repatriation and evacuation
Compassionate emergency visit
Repatriation of children or travel companion
Burial, cremation and return of mortal remains
Emergency dental
R 15,000
Quarantine expenses
R 40,000
PRE-EXISTING EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND RELATED EXPENSES
R 1,500,000
Medical transportation, repatriation and evacuation
Compassionate emergency visit
Repatriation of children or travel companion
Burial, cremation and return of mortal remains
ACCIDENTAL DEATH
R 500,000
ACCIDENTAL TOTAL PERMANENT DISABLEMENT
R 1,250,000
YOUR TRIP
TRIP CANCELLATION
Trip cancellation due to a specified event or cause
R 70,000
Trip cancellation due to an unspecified event or cause
R 40,000 (optional)
TRIP DISRUPTION
Trip disruption due to a specified event or cause
R 40,000
Trip disruption due to an unspecified event or cause
R 20,000 (optional)
Visa delay or denied - SA passport holders only
R 20,000
Weather conditions
R 20,000
Missed connection
R 20,000
Public conveyance delay (excess 4 hours)
R 7,000
YOUR BELONGINGS
PERSONAL BELONGINGS (single item limits apply)
R 40,000
Travel documents
R 5,000
Luggage delay (excess 4 hours)
R 5,000
OTHER BENEFITS
Personal liability
R 2,000,000
Hijack/hostage daily inconvenience
R 60K (R 1,200/d)
Legal expenses
R 30,000
Car rental excess waiver
R 15,000
PERIOD OF COVER / PREMIUM
1 - 8 days
R 1,080
9 - 14 days
R 1,700
15 - 21 days
R 2,195
22 - 32 days
R 2,490

Important Notes:

  • This schedule excludes rates for journeys exceeding 32 days, travel to the USA, and travellers aged 80 โ€“ 85. Please obtain these rates online.
  • All premiums are inclusive of VAT. All sums insured, limits of indemnity, and compensations specified are inclusive of VAT and apply to the period of insurance.
  • Please refer to our full policy wording document for comprehensive details on conditions and exclusions.

Comprehensive cover for worry-free travel

From medical emergencies to travel delays, our travel insurance offers the protection you need, ensuring that while you are studying abroad you are safeguarded against life's mishaps.

๐Ÿฅ

Medical assistance

24/7 emergency medical assistance to assist you wherever you are.

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ

Visa

All VISA authorities, including Schengen visa issuers, recognise and accept our policies.

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

Accidental death or disability

Lumpsum compensation in the event of your accidental death or permanent disability.

โฑ๏ธ

Trip cancellation or Interruptions

We cover trip cancellations, delays, and missed connections.

๐Ÿงณ

Personal belongings

Cover for theft, damage, and loss of personal possessions.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

Family

Your family will be updated on any instances where something has gone wrong. Giving you additional peace of mind.

Know what's covered: Understanding policy exclusions

Stay informed with a clear breakdown of what's not included in your travel insurance, so you can plan with confidence.

โœ“What's Covered?

  • Visa denied (South African passport holders only)
  • Emergency medical transportation and repatriation
  • Loss of personal belongings
  • Trip cancellation, postponement, and extension

ร—What's not Covered?

  • Student or course fees
  • Participation in hazardous activities
  • Driving a vehicle or motorcycle without a valid license
  • Travelling for the purpose of emigrating is excluded on this policy. See Emigration cover for our offer.

Features of travel insurance for studying abroad

๐Ÿฅ

Emergency medical cover

Emergency medical cover includes emergency medical expenses, such as hospital stays abroad. It provides emergency medical transportation to the nearest facility or back home and includes hospitalisation cover on some plans for pre-existing conditions on for travellers up to the age of 69.

โœˆ๏ธ

Trip protection

Trip protection covers cancellations due to unexpected illness or injury before departure. It provides reimbursement for non-refundable travel expenses if you need to cut your trip short and protects against trip disruptions.

๐Ÿงณ

Luggage and personal belongings

Luggage and personal belongings cover includes protection for lost or delayed luggage. It reimburses essential items during luggage delays and covers costs incurred for the loss of important documents like passports or visas.

โ›ท๏ธ

Sports and adventure

Automatic cover for leisure sporting activities such as skiing and scuba diving. view our sports page for high risk sports or activities excluded.

๐ŸŒ

Global assistance services

Global assistance services provide 24/7 emergency assistance for medical and travel disruptions. They help with travel logistics, such as flight changes or missed connections, and ensure you can stay in touch with loved ones during emergencies.

โ›ˆ๏ธ

Weather related

Weather-related cover includes non-refundable costs if your flight is cancelled due to weather. It covers reasonable additional payments for disruptions and reimburses expenses like meals and transport caused by weather delays.