For when you show up but your bags don't.
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We’ve been stuck in some remote locations with only the clothes on our back, so we understand the need to freshen up when your bags don't arrive.
If you’ve arrived at the snow without warm clothes, or the tropics without a fresh pair of underwear, we can help you navigate the worst of traveler gripes - delayed baggage.
You may be covered for the cost of basic clothes, toiletries and medicines for personal use if your bag has been lost by your transport provider as long as:
You should also note that you are not covered if the delay occurs on the return journey to your home or where you live.
Unfortunately, travel insurance is not designed to cover everything. You will not be covered when:
There are limits on the amount you can spend so before you go shopping for a new wardrobe, check your policy carefully on the limits, conditions and exclusions which may apply before you buy. If you have questions, get in contact with our emergency assistance team.
Items you can claim if your bags are delayed:
Items that aren't covered if your bags are delayed:
I arrived in Delhi from Rome. Baggage claim help desk informed me that my bag had been delayed in transit. I was without my bag for almost a week before it was finally delivered to me. It was cold in Delhi (being winter, December) and my warm jacket was in my bag, requiring that I purchase a jacket and other items of warm clothing that I had not taken in my carry-on.
Protect your trip against unexpected cancellation.
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Take the pain out of medical costs.
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Emergency medical transportation: we’ll get you to hospital or home quickly.
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Covers the loss, theft or damage of your bags by a common carrier.
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Whether you need medical or dental assistance or advice, emergency evacuation or travel assistance, our team are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?
For policies purchased on or after 17 December 2021, your World Nomads policy is provided through Chubb Seguros:
Phone: +1 212 315-1806 (from anywhere in the world)
Phone: 0800-591-1043 (from Brazil); or
Whatsapp message: +54 911 3053-3959
For policies purchased on or before 16 December 2021, your World Nomads policy is provided through Zurich Seguros:
Phone: +1 877-660-2844 (from anywhere in the world)
Phone: (11) 2526-9312 (from Brazil); or
Whatsapp message: +57 316 851-0533
Travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families. Nobody wants to think about all the things that could go wrong on their trip, but these things can and do happen. So be prepared and get your travel insurance today.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel - Need to know before you buy
We are aware various governments have changed their travel warnings to restrict travel during this time. To understand the impact on your policy, please go to our FAQs and choose your country of residence.
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