World Nomads Group Pty Ltd (trading as World Nomads); European policies distributed by nib Travel Services Europe Limited and underwritten by Collinson Insurance Europe Limited
World Nomads
World Nomads is a travel insurance for the Belgium market with online purchase and 24/7 assistance.
Direct payment
For confirmed emergency medical claims, the 24-hour Emergency Assistance Service deals directly with the hospital and arranges payment of bills; free cashless doctor consultations are also available via clinic, hotel or video in 78 countries.
Geographic scope
Worldwide, outside the traveler's country of residence
Cover applies while traveling outside your country of residence; benefit limits and available plans (Standard/Explorer) may vary depending on country of residence.
Unique selling points
- Free access to trusted doctors in 78 countries via clinic, hotel or video consults, plus local prescriptions and 24/7 support, all cashless and claimless.
- Free airport lounge access to over 1,700 lounges in 140 countries if a flight is delayed 90 minutes or more.
- Belgium residents can buy a policy even while already travelling, unlike many competitors that require purchase before departure.
- Both the Standard and Explorer plans automatically include cover for more than 150 adventure sports and activities at no extra cost.
Coverage limits
Medical Expenses
€5,000,000 – €10,000,000
Emergency medical expenses are covered up to €5,000,000 under the Standard Plan or €10,000,000 under the Explorer Plan, for hospital stays, prescribed medicines and treatment.
Emergency Medical Treatment
€5,000,000 – €10,000,000
Emergency overseas medical treatment falls within the overall medical expenses limit of €5,000,000 (Standard) or €10,000,000 (Explorer).
Hospitalization
Covered
Hospitalisation costs are covered within the overall Emergency Medical Expenses limit; no separate sub-limit is stated in the reviewed sources.
Outpatient Treatment
Covered
Emergency outpatient treatment forms part of the overall medical expenses limit; non-emergency treatment that can wait until return home is excluded.
Emergency Dental
€350 – €600
Emergency dental treatment for sudden pain relief is covered up to €350 (Standard Plan) or €600 (Explorer Plan).
Medical Transport
Covered
Emergency medical transport and repatriation home is covered when medically necessary and authorised by the emergency assistance team, up to the amount shown in the Summary of Cover.
Medical Evacuation
Covered
Medical evacuation and repatriation is covered in all World Nomads policies where medically necessary and the appropriate activity cover has been selected; the specific benefit amount is shown in the Summary of Cover.
Repatriation of Remains
Covered
In the event of sudden and unexpected death overseas, reasonable and necessary funeral expenses or repatriation of remains are covered up to the amount shown in the Summary of Cover.
Search and Rescue
Not established from the reviewed documents
Not found in the reviewed sources.
COVID-19 Treatment
Not established from the reviewed documents
Not found in the EU-specific reviewed sources.
Pre-existing Conditions
Excluded
Pre-existing medical conditions are excluded per the policy wording terms and conditions, with exceptions for pregnant mothers in some cases; any illness or injury first showing symptoms or diagnosed while in your country of residence is also excluded.
Winter Sports Cover
Conditional
Activities listed in blue are automatically included in both the Standard and Explorer plans; activities listed in orange must be added to the policy at the time of purchase.
Adventure Sports Cover
Conditional
World Nomads' EU plans cover more than 150 adventure sports and activities; blue-listed activities are automatically included in both plans while orange-listed activities must be added at the time of purchase.
Pregnancy Complications
Conditional
Pre-existing medical conditions are generally excluded, but exceptions are made for pregnant mothers in some cases per the policy wording terms and conditions.
Personal Liability
Not established from the reviewed documents
Not found in the reviewed EU sources.
Legal Assistance
Not established from the reviewed documents
Not found in the reviewed EU sources.
24/7 Assistance
Covered
24/7 Emergency Medical Assistance Teams of doctors and nurses are available to help travellers who suffer accidents or sickness at any time during the trip, including arranging repatriation.
Key conditions
Assistance call deadline
You or someone acting on your behalf must contact the emergency assistance team as soon as reasonably possible when medical repatriation or evacuation needs to be considered, and before committing to additional expenses.
Unauthorized treatment
If you don't contact the emergency assistance team as required, you may not be fully reimbursed for your expenses; if you decline to follow their advice, subsequent medical, hospital or evacuation expenses relating to that condition will not be covered.
Purchase while abroad
Residents of Belgium, Denmark, Germany or the Netherlands may buy a policy while already travelling, although waiting periods and limitations apply, including a 72-hour waiting period before cover starts.
Chronic conditions
The reviewed EU policy documentation does not provide a chronic disease clause separate from the general pre-existing medical conditions exclusion.
Pregnancy
Pre-existing medical conditions are excluded under the policy, but exceptions may apply for pregnant mothers in some cases per the policy wording terms and conditions.
Pre-existing condition exclusions
Pre-existing medical conditions are excluded from cover under the policy wording terms and conditions, and any illness or injury that first shows symptoms, is diagnosed or is treated while in your country of residence is also excluded.
Coverage duration limit
The EU-specific policy documentation reviewed does not state a specific maximum trip duration figure; refer to the full policy wording for exact limits.
Where to buy
Policy specifics
Adventure Activities Coverage
Standard Plan covers 250+ adventure activities automatically included with no additional cost
SourceEmergency Medical Expenses
Overseas medical coverage including hospital bills, doctor visits, emergency medical evacuation and repatriation
SourceTrip Cancellation and Interruption
Pre-trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage with fixed benefit limits (Standard Plan: EUR 4,000 or equivalent USD/local currency)
SourceBaggage and Personal Items
Coverage for loss, theft or damage of bags, tech and gear, with per-item limits
SourceAge Eligibility
Coverage available only to individuals between 18 and 69 years of age at time of purchase or renewal
Source72-Hour Waiting Period
If policy is purchased while already travelling, a 72-hour waiting period applies before any cover is activated
SourceMaximum Trip Duration
Single Trip policies have maximum duration of 12 months from start date, including any extensions
SourceSecondary Medical Coverage
Medical coverage functions as secondary insurance; primary health insurer must be billed first, World Nomads reimburses remaining balance
SourceNo Refund for Unused Portion
If trip ends early or policy is terminated before expiry date, no refund is provided for any unused portion of the policy
SourceBelgium: Purchase While Travelling
Belgium residents can purchase policies while already travelling, though waiting periods and limitations may apply
SourceSources
- https://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/travel/world-nomads-review/
- https://www.worldnomads.com/eu/help/insurance/buying-travel-insurance/is-travel-insurance-mandatory-for-certain-countries
- https://www.worldnomads.com/eu/travel-insurance
- https://www.worldnomads.com/eu/travel-insurance/whats-covered/medical-evacuation
- https://www.worldnomads.com/eu/travel-insurance/whats-covered/overseas-medical
- https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-insurance/why-buy/standard-vs-explorer
- https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-insurance/why-buy/what-is-travel-insurance