About the Schengen Visa Travel Insurance

Introduction Schengen states have made it mandatory for all the applicants to avail visa travel insurance as it helps in coping with mammoth expenses in case of any unforeseen medical complication. Besides, visa travel insurance provides financial security to backpackers so that they can fully enjoy their journey without any anxiety. Travel Medical Insurance Criteria • The availed medical insurance must cover minimum expenses equivalent to 30000 EUR or 50000 USD. • Travel medical insurance should be valid in all member states of the Schengen Area. • It should cover all expenses pertaining to repatriation for medical reasons, medical emergency, treatment in hospital and death. It is pertinent here to mention that not all travelers are obliged to avail the insurance. Rather, it is com...