Is travel insurance mandatory while travelling to Europe?

[Ananya Vishwanath]

Is travel insurance mandatory while travelling to Europe?

[Ira Cherian]

​Yes, if you are travelling to Schengen countries. Without International travel insurance, you cannot avail a Schengen visa. Please note that although all Schengen countries are in Europe, all European Union countries do not fall under the ambit of Schengen regulations. For example, the UK and Ireland. That said, considering the security that a travel policy offers, it is advisable that one must avail travel insurance.

[Arti · Accepted solution]

Dear Sir , 

Well, that depends on where you’re travelling to. To be more specific, there are 34 countries that have made travel insurance mandatory, so you’ll need to purchase a cover before you travel there. These countries include Cuba, The United States of America, The United Arab of Emirates, Ecuador, Antarctica, Qatar, Russia, Turkey and the group of 26 Schengen countries.

[Arti · Accepted solution]

Dear Sir,

Well, that depends on where you’re travelling to. To be more specific, there are 34 countries that have made travel insurance mandatory, so you’ll need to purchase a cover before you travel there. These countries include Cuba, The United States of America, The United Arab of Emirates, Ecuador, Antarctica, Qatar, Russia, Turkey and the group of 26 Schengen countries.