Reviewed from source documents

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.

Last verified Aug 27, 2026Reviewed by: Boleron EUTerms & conditions: 2024-06-27Underwritten by: Collinson Insurance Europe Limited (CIEL)
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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.

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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).

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Hospitalization

Covered

Hospitalisation costs are covered within the overall Emergency Medical Expenses limit; no separate sub-limit is stated in the reviewed sources.

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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.

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Emergency Dental

€350 – €600

Emergency dental treatment for sudden pain relief is covered up to €350 (Standard Plan) or €600 (Explorer Plan).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Documents

Policy Wording (PDS)

Terms & conditions

Open

Single Trip Coverage Summary

Table of benefits

Open

Policy specifics

Adventure Activities Coverage

Standard Plan covers 250+ adventure activities automatically included with no additional cost

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Emergency Medical Expenses

Overseas medical coverage including hospital bills, doctor visits, emergency medical evacuation and repatriation

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Trip Cancellation and Interruption

Pre-trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage with fixed benefit limits (Standard Plan: EUR 4,000 or equivalent USD/local currency)

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Baggage and Personal Items

Coverage for loss, theft or damage of bags, tech and gear, with per-item limits

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Age Eligibility

Coverage available only to individuals between 18 and 69 years of age at time of purchase or renewal

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72-Hour Waiting Period

If policy is purchased while already travelling, a 72-hour waiting period applies before any cover is activated

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Maximum Trip Duration

Single Trip policies have maximum duration of 12 months from start date, including any extensions

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Secondary Medical Coverage

Medical coverage functions as secondary insurance; primary health insurer must be billed first, World Nomads reimburses remaining balance

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No 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

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Belgium: Purchase While Travelling

Belgium residents can purchase policies while already travelling, though waiting periods and limitations may apply

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