Schengen Travel Insurance

What’s Covered under Reliance Schengen Travel Insurance Plan?​

Reliance Schengen Travel Insurance Policy covers the following:​

• Accidental bodily injury during the trip

• Acute anaesthetic treatment of teeth due to an injury on your Schengen trip

• Emergency expenses made for medical evacuation to​ India

• Total loss of your checked-in baggage by a common carrier

• Cost of obtaining a fresh or duplicate passport in case of a lost passport

• Emergency medical expenses incurred by you for any sudden illness, injury or death during your Schengen stay or vacation

• Compensation for death or permanent disability due to an accident, while riding as a passenger in a common carrier

• Reimbursement of return ticket fare for a family member visiting you, the insured, if you’re hospitalised for more than 7 days

• Expenses incurred while transporting the insured’s mortal remains back home or toward burial abroad in case of an untimely demise

• Compensation for a third party in case your involuntary actions result in someone’s demise, cause someone injury or damage to health or property​

What’s Not Covered under Reliance Schengen Travel Insurance Plan?​

Here’s a list of exclusions for your Schengen Travel Insurance Policy:

• Expenses incurred if you are traveling against the advice of a physician and have to be hospitalised; receiving or are on a waiting list for specified medical treatment; travelling to receive treatment abroad; have been given a terminal prognosis for a medical condition

• Expenses incurred due to suicide; self-inflicted injuries or illnesses; mental disorder; anxiety, stress or depression; Venereal diseases; Alcohol/drug abuse; and HIV/AIDS

• War or nuclear threat in the country where you are travelling

• Delay or loss of checked-in baggage

• Claims arising out of non-disclosed and non-declared pre-existing medical conditions

• Any issues faced due to theft or loss of passport when left unattended or if you don’t report the loss to local police authorities

• Life-threatening conditions covered only arising out of disclosed pre-existing diseases, which are mentioned in the policy schedule, for people up to 70 years of age. You need to declare all pre-existing diseases while taking the international travel insurance policy​

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Which are the Schengen Countries?

The Schengen Zone comprises 29 European countries, including Switzerland, Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal and Denmark. These Schengen countries have abolished their internal borders, enabling tourists to freely explore these countries via road, train or airplane without any restrictions. Here is the latest list of Schengen countries:

• Austria

• Belgium

• Bulgaria

• Czech Republic

• Croatia

• Denmark

• Estonia

• Finland

• France

• Germany

• Greece

• Hungary

• Iceland

• Italy

• Latvia

• Liechtenstein

• Lithuania

• Luxembourg

• Malta

• Netherlands

• Norway

• Poland

• Portugal

• Romania​

• Slovakia

• Slovenia

• Spain

• Sweden

• Switzerland
  

How to Buy Travel Insurance for a Schengen Visa?​

Having a valid travel insurance plan is one of the prerequisites for your Schengen Visa application process. Thankfully, you can easily buy travel insurance online for Schengen countries through Reliance General Insurance. Just follow these steps and you are all set for your upcoming Schengen trip:

Step 1: Scroll up and give us your details including mobile number, email ID and travel destination.

Step 2: Select your plan and click on ‘Buy Now’.

Step 3: Check your premium details and enter your personal details, including passport number and nominee details.​

Step 4: Complete payment using your preferred mode of payment and get insured for your upcoming Schengen trip.

How to Apply for a Schengen Visa from India?​

You have to buy a travel insurance policy before you can apply for a Schengen Visa. You need to submit your duly filled Schengen Visa application form at least 15 days before the intended journey. However, it is advisable to submit your application at least a month before your journey as it may take up to 15 days to get your visa approved. Here are the steps to apply for a Schengen Visa from India:

1. Fill out the Schengen Visa application form.

2. Select the Schengen Visa type (Tourist Visa, Student Visa, Business Visa, etc.)

3. Collect all documents required for the Schengen Visa application process

4. Schedule a Visa interview and submit your Schengen Visa application form.

5. Pay the Visa fees and wait for your application to be accepted
   

Documents Needed for a Schengen Visa​

Here’s a list of documents you need to apply for a Schengen Visa:

1. ​A Schengen Visa application form (you can download it from a consulate or Schengen embassy website)

2. Two recent passport-sized photographs
   

3. A valid passport and previous passports, if applicable

4. No objection letter from your employer or

5. A cover letter stating the purpose of your visit

6. Travel insurance with a medical cover of up to EUR 30,000

7. Proof of accommodation during your Schengen stay

8. Proof of booked flights and itinerary

9. Proof of your financial stability (eg bank statement)
   

Points to Remember Before Buying a Schengen Travel Insurance Plan

You need careful planning to ensure your upcoming Schengen stay or vacation is safe, wonderful and worry-free. This includes key factors like choosing the right Schengen travel medical insurance policy that provides comprehensive coverage across your travel destinations. We advise you to consider the following factors while buying Schengen travel insurance online:

Coverage Offered

You need to compare coverages offered by different Schengen travel insurance plans to make an informed decision. Remember that it is mandatory to have a minimum travel medical insurance of EUR 30,000 to get a Schengen Visa. Besides this, you should look for an international travel insurance policy that covers passport loss, baggage delay, baggage loss​, flight delay, trip cancellation or interruptions and more.

Schengen Travel Insurance Premium

Your Schengen travel insurance premium is affected by several elements. These include the travel destination, the length of your stay, sum insured, the type of travel insurance, number of travellers and their age. It is important to understand that a cheap Schengen travel insurance plan may not provide the best coverage. You need to compare different international travel medical insurance plans for Schengen before making a decision.

Destinations Covered

If you are planning to visit only one country in the Schengen area, then it’s okay to buy an international travel insurance policy for that destination only. However, you need to buy a travel insurance plan that covers all the countries in the Schengen area if your itinerary includes stays in multiple Schengen countries. Carefully check ​your Schengen travel insurance policy as some plans have limitations on certain countries.

Visa Requirements

Many popular travel destinations like Maldives, Qatar and Indonesia provide visas on arrival to Indians. But you need to apply for a Schengen Visa if you want to visit any of the 29 Schengen countries. One pre-requisite for the Schengen Visa application process is having an overseas travel insurance plan with a minimum medical coverage of EUR 30,000. You need to ensure that your Schengen travel insurance plan aligns with this requirement to get your visa approved.​

Customer Reviews

Check online reviews shared by customers about their experience with the insurance company’s buying process, coverages and claim process. This will give you an idea of how the insurer delivers on its promise of securing your trip. For example, you can look for positive reviews and ratings about customer support. Choose a company with a proven track record of reliability, customer satisfaction and seamless claim settlement.

Factors That Affect Schengen Travel Insurance Premium​

Multiple factors influence your Schengen travel insurance premium. These factors include:

1. Covers Sel​ected: Your premium is influenced by the extent of your coverage limit. For example, you choose a plan that has a high sum insured for medical expenses and other trip-related contingencies. The premium for such plans will be higher than the basic plans.

2. Age of the Travellers: Age is one of the critical factors impacting your international travel insurance premium. Usually, the premium for young travellers is lower than the premium for senior citizens as they have potentially lower health-related conditions and risks.

3. Duration of Your Stay: Your Schengen travel insurance premium is also affected by the number of days you will be travelling or staying in the Schengen area. Longer stays may lead to higher premiums due to the longer period of risk exposure.

4​. Travel Destination: Different countries have different healthcare costs and risk-inducing factors. Your overseas travel insurance premium will vary depending on the Schengen countries you plan to visit.​​​​

How to File a Travel Insurance Claim?​

Register Claim: Intimate your claim to Reliance General Insurance within 24 hours of occurrence of claim​​

Claim Process: Submit all required documents to Rcare and we’ll start processing your claim

Claim Approval: Once your claim is approved, the payment is made by NEFT

What are the Documents Required to File a Claim?​

You need to submit different documents for a travel insurance claim arising due to different contingencies. There’s a different set of documents required for claims related to loss of checked-in baggage, medical emergencies and personal accident death/permanent total disability. Here’s the list:

1. Total Loss of Checked-in Baggage

• Duly filled and signed original Claim form

• Copy of boarding pass and ticket

• Confirmation letter from the airlines specifying the incidence details

• Original FIR report from the relevant police authority in the event of loss or theft

• Photo ID proof

• Original Cancelled CTS 2010 Compliant cheque leaf for NEFT

• Any additional document as required by the company to assess the claim
  

2. Personal Accident Death / Permanent Total Disability

• Completely filled and duly signed original claim form

• Original attested copy of death certificate/Disability certificate issued by authorised officer

• Attested copy of First Information Report(FIR)/Inquest Panchanama/Spot Panchanama as applicable for the claim

• Attested copy of the post-mortem examination report in case of Death Claim or Death summary

• Copy of Photo ID proof of the Insured/Nominee (PAN/Driving license/passport copy/Ration card)

• Original CTS 2010 compliant cancelled cheque with printed name/account No. of the Insured/Claimant

• Copy of Boarding Pass and Ticket

• Confirmation letter from the Airlines regarding the incident.
  

3. Emergency Medical Expenses

• Filled and duly signed Claim form, in original​

• Copy of Boarding pass and Ticket

• Confirmation letter from the Airlines regarding the incidence

• Complete treatment records like discharge summary, consultation papers with supporting investigation reports like X-ray/MRI etc.

• Copy of Medico-Legal Certificate (if made)

• Original Hospital Bills along with cash receipt

• Photo ID proof

• Original cancelled CTS 2010-compliant cheque leaf for NEFT​

Want to extend your trip? Take a look at this-

If your holiday is extended for any reason, we recommend that you extend your travel insurance policy. It always better to be safe than sorry! Download and fill the Extension Form with Good Health Declaration Form & visit the nearest branch.​

Disclaimer: ​ ^*T&C apply. Details mentioned here are for Reliance Travel Care Policy - Schengen Plan​ UIN: RELTIOP08002V010708. Premium: The premium mentioned is excluding taxes for a medical sum insured of EUR 30,000 for an Individual of 26 years on a Schengen trip of 7 days. This is applicable for Schengen plan only. Sum Insured: The mentioned Sum insured amount is applicable only under Reliance Travel Care Policy – Schengen – Standard Plan. Total loss of checked baggage: The maximum amount payable per checked-in baggage in case more than one bag has been checked in, is 50% (100% for only one checked-in baggage) of the applicable Sum Insured and per item in baggage max 10%. Customer Count: The total no. of customers insured data is for FY22 and has been picked up from the number of lives insured for Health, Personal Accident, Overseas Travel, Domestic Travel, Workmen Compensation and Crop Insurance, Weather LOB & Fire LOB provided by IRDAI count that is master policy count. Other than these LOBs, we have also provided data for the number of certificates issued. Claim Settlement Ratio: This is the overall claim settlement ratio for FY 2023-24 without claim outstanding at the start of the financial year as per public disclosure of Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd.