Our Policy Summary
This policy summary does not contain full details and conditions of your insurance - these are located in your policy wording.
Insurer
This insurance is underwritten by Union Reiseversicherung AG, UK. Union Reiseversicherung AG are authorised by BaFin and subject to limited regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority. URV, Branch Office of Union Reiseversicherung AG for the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Registered in England & Wales. Company No. FC024381 Branch No. BR006943A public body corporate with limited liability. Registered Office: Maximilian Strasse 53, D-80530 Munich, Germany. Registered with Amtsgericht Munich, Germany Registered Number: HRB 137918 Union Reiseversicherung AG are authorised in Germany by BaFin and subject to limited regulation in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority and in the Republic of Ireland by the Insurance Regulator. Union Reiseversicherung AG are members of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. You can check this information on the Financial Services Register by visiting the website https://register.fca.org.uk or by phoning 0300 500 8082.
Type of Insurance and eligibility
This is a holiday insurance policy which is available to UK and EU residents (minimum 6 months), who are registered with a local Doctor and aged 85 or under at the time of issue.
Section | Cover | Economy Cover | Policy Excess |
A | Cancellation, Curtailment & Trip Interruption Charges | £1,000 | £95 |
Loss of Deposit | £25 | ||
B | Emergency medical expenses | £5,000,000 | £95 |
Emergency dental treatment | £250 | £95 | |
Burial or cremation abroad | £2,500 | £95 | |
C | Hospital benefit | £500 (£25 per day) | Nil |
D | Personal accident: | ||
Accidental Death | £5,000 | Nil | |
Loss of limb or sight | £10,000 | Nil | |
Permanent total disablement | £10,000 | Nil | |
E | Baggage | £750 | £95 |
Single article, pair or set limit | £100 | £95 | |
Valuables in total | £100 | £95 | |
Business equipment | No Cover | Nil | |
Emergency replacement of baggage | £100 | Nil | |
F | Personal money, passport and documents | £250 | £95 |
Cash | £150 | £95 | |
G | Personal liability | £1,000,000 per policy | £95 |
H | Delayed departure | No Cover | Nil |
Abandonment | No Cover | Nil | |
I | Missed departure | £500 - Europe / £1,000 Worldwide | Nil |
J | UK departure assistance & missed UK connection | £500 | Nil |
K | Legal expenses and assistance | £10,000 | Nil |
L | Extended kennel and/or cattery fees | £250 | Nil |
M | Hijack and Kidnap | £5,000 (£50 per day) | Nil |
Winter Sports (Optional) | |||
N | Ski equipment | £500 | £95 |
Hired ski equipment | £250 | £95 | |
O | Ski equipment hire | £300 (£15 per day) | Nil |
P | Ski pack | £500 | Nil |
Lost Lift Pass | £200 | Nil | |
Q | Piste Closure | £200 (£20 per day) | Nil |
R | Avalanche or Landslide Cover | £150 (£30 per day) | Nil |
Anyone insured on this policy requiring cover should contact our medical screening service at www.healthcheck247.com or by calling 0333 207 0588 if they have:
Any medical conditions for which in the past 2 years:
i you have had or are waiting for any consultations, investigations or follow-ups;
ii. you are having or have had treatment or prescription medication;
iii. you are on a waiting list for, or knew you needed surgery, inpatient treatment or tests at a hospital or clinic at the date you bought the policy or the date you book your trip (if you have arranged a year round policy) whichever is the later;
Have EVER been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following:
UNLESS
You have told us about all your relevant medical conditions and we have accepted them in writing.
If your state of health changes between now and the date of travel, you may need to declare this information if you intend to continue with your trip.
The policy also contains conditions and exclusions if you need to cancel or curtail your trip, specifically relating to close relatives or anyone you will be staying or travelling with. Please ensure you read your policy document carefully.
Other significant policy exclusions and limitations
Sports & Recreational Activities: Participation in certain activities and sports, on a recreational and non-professional basis are covered within the terms of the policy at no additional premium. Certain activities and sports may however be subject to amended terms and conditions. Please see the sports and activities section of the policy document for further details or contact Directline Flights if you are in any doubt over the cover.
Third Party Liability: If you use a motorised vehicle (e.g. car, motor cycle, moped or scooter), sail or powered boat, or an airborne craft, no liability cover will apply under this policy and you must ensure that you have cover for third party injury or property damage in place.
Cancellation rights: If your cover does not meet your requirements, you may cancel cover within 14 days of receiving your insurance document/certificate and return all your documents for a refund of your premium, provided you have not travelled, made a claim or intend to make a claim. To cancel the policy contact Directline Flights on 020 8239 8000.
Claims and Complaints Procedure
For policies issued between1 January 2016 and 31 December 2016
Making a claim
If you would like to make a claim please contact us at:
Citybond Suretravel Claims Department
PO Box 5775
Southend-on-Sea
Essex
SS1 2JY
Phone: 0330 400 1417 or 0117 930 5280
For policies issued 1 January 2017 and after
Making a claim
If you would like to make a claim please contact us at:
Citybond Suretravel Claims Department
1 Tower View
Kings Hill
West Malling, Kent
ME19 4UY
Phone: 020 3824 0712
All claims must be notified within 31 days by completing the relevant claim form enclosing any original documentation, where applicable. Please refer to the relevant section of your policy for specific conditions and details of the supporting evidence. It is advisable to retain copies of all documents when submitting your claim form. For full details of the claims process, please refer to your policy document.
Making a complaint
We recognise the importance of service and set ourselves high standards. Should there be an occasion when we do not meet your expectations, we are equally committed to dealing with any complaint in a thorough and professional manner.
Full details of our complaints procedure can be found in your policy wordings.
If you are not satisfied with the final response you can refer the matter to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
For your added protection, the insurer is covered by the FSCS. You may be entitled to compensation from the scheme if it cannot meet its obligations. This depends on the type of business and the circumstances of the claim. Insurance cover is limited up to 100% of the first £2,000 and 90% of the remainder of the claim, without any upper limit. Further information about the compensation scheme arrangements is available from the FSCS, telephone number 020 7892 7300, or by visiting their website at www.fscs.org.uk.