What is covered by travel insurance amid Covid-19?


You’re unlikely to be covered if you’re visiting an affected region, unless you were already there at the time of the pandemic. — NORAFIFI EHSAN/The Star

The travel landscape is definitely going through a lot of uncertainties amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Thus, when it comes to staying safe, travellers place much emphasis on financial as well as health safety.

Travel company Skyscanner believes this is where travel insurance steps in to provide some peace of mind for those who are travelling. But during this volatile period, there are many grey areas that need to be addressed.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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