Medical evacuation may be required when you are seriously ill or injured and you need transport to appropriate facilities for treatment. For example:

you are injured while hiking on a mountain and … more

If you choose to do any of the following you will still be covered for the rest of your trip, but not for claims arising from participating in any of these sports or activities.

Activities on … more

Following a dream to work and live overseas? TID wants you to travel with confidence every step of the way. You may be planning to get a one-way ticket, build a school in Cambodia or work for a ski … more

These activities have a high incidence of accidents, serious injury and, in some cases, death. Other activities by the Adventurists like Mototaxi Junket, World Cycle Race, Ice Run and Mongol Derby … more

The TID policy will cover you for martial arts when there is no contact other than hand to hand contact, eg, holding up your gloves for someone to hit into while training. This would include karate, … more

Travel Insurance Direct will cover you for injury or illness while you are on a safari or trekking on the back of an elephant or camel.

Animals are unpredictable. When going on safari or being … more

Travel Insurance Direct will cover you when you travel in a licensed passenger aircraft operated by an airline or charter company, such as flying in a commercial plane or in a chartered plane. We … more

Quad bikes, also known as All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), are popular for tours and transport around the world. We have a number of customers quad biking over sand dunes, on farms, touring rice fields or … more

Jet skiing is common in South East Asia, the Pacific Islands and even on a cruise. Here's the lowdown on what's covered and not covered on your TID policy when you're on a jet ski.

We are aware of a … more

The possibility that you, your spouse or partner listed on your policy, might pass away while you are travelling is probably not something you give much thought to when you are planning a trip. In … more

If you're sick or injured overseas With a TID policy, The Works and the Annual Multi Trip plans offer up to an unlimited dollar amount of cover for up to 12 months for emergency medical expenses … more

The policy will cover you for any sudden injury or illness (including altitude sickness) when you're hiking, trekking or bushwalking. You can be on your own or as part of an organised group.The … more

Your travel plans can change rapidly when your scheduled transport is affected by severe weather, natural disaster, riots, strikes or a civil commotion. You may need to make some quick decisions or … more

The TID policy covers you for emergency dental treatment when you're on your trip overseas. So if you get a toothache while you're away, you'll be covered up to $500 per person. Dental treatment is … more

When travelling the world, we want you to be safe. Our policy will not allow you to choose a country that is listed as "Do Not Travel" on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website, as these … more

If you need to cut your trip short for any reason, we can cancel the remainder of your policy but there is no refund. This condition is detailed in our Product Disclosure Statement on page 41. … more

Scuba diving is a popular activity for TID customers, so we offer cover for experienced divers and those who want to try it for the first time.

What's covered?

Overseas medical expenses for … more

The Travel Insurance Direct policy will cover you when you are surfing or body boarding on your own or as part of an organised group.

What's covered?

Overseas medical expenses for sudden illness … more

Whether you're cycling in Provence, working out at the gym, or playing footy, these are some of the sports and activities we cover. Skiing & Snowboarding are only covered if you choose the Snow … more

Cover is excluded under the policy for claims arising from the failure of any travel agent, tour operator, accommodation provider, airline or other carrier, car rental agency or any other travel or … more

When you're at home, you wouldn't leave your mobile phone on a table in a restaurant while you go to the counter to pay, would you? In some places in Australia it may still be there when you get back … more

When you fall pregnant, it's natural to want to visit your loved ones, and Travel Insurance Direct can help you make that journey.

We can cover pregnant women while travelling provided your trip … more

Holidays are about having fun and relaxing, so more than likely you're going to have a drink or two. Cheers!

But don't overdo it. Everyone knows too much alcohol impairs judgment, affects motor … more