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Before setting off on your trip to Poland, be sure you have purchased a comprehensive travel insurance plan to ensure a smooth and safe trip. International Travel Insurance to Poland allows one to stay financially protected in case of unexpected events and uncertainties that might hamper your trip.
In Poland, you will enter a colourful, historically rich, traditional country not short of natural beauty with mountains, streams, the Baltic Sea, lakes, parks, and forests. The architectural designs across different cities in Poland make you stop in awe. The country celebrates its culture and mythology with exciting enthusiasm. You can also learn in-depth about the country’s history, the wars, Catholicism, science, technology, and much more! With over 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, white sandy beaches, mountainous ranges towards the south, great food, and welcoming locals, Poland is a place you must visit!
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when traveling to Poland. Poland is a part of the Schengen zone. Hence, to acquire a Schengen visa, you must have a valid Travel Insurance.
A critical requirement when travelling to Poland is that your travel insurance must have a minimum medical coverage of €30,000, with emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage.
A $50,000 Poland Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days - 1 adult is starting from ₹225 only (GST extra). [The cost mentioned here is as of December 2022].
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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization. |
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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc. |
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Personal Accident We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support. |
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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days) When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses. |
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Accidental Death & Disability While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!). |
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Emergency Dental Treatment If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment. |
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Trip Cancellation If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip. |
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Common Carrier Delay If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Delay of Checked-in Baggage Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount. |
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Missed Connection Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight. |
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Loss of Passport The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country. |
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Emergency Cash If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue. |
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Emergency Trip Extension We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization. |
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Trip Abandonment In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses. |
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Personal Liability & Bail Bond Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it. |
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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.
To read about the policy in detail please click here.
After you buy our international travel insurance for Poland, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!
Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call at +91-7303470000 & we’ll call back in 10 mins.
Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.
We’ll take care of the rest!
Let's look at why you need travel insurance when visiting Poland:
Poland is just another thrilling country where tourists often indulge in adrenaline-rushing activities like hiking to the top of volcanoes, whale watching, horse riding, water sports like kayaking, wind and kite surfing, canoeing, winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, and many other outdoor activities. In such cases, if you meet with an accident, then Digit’s Travel Insurance steps right in and financially covers you. We cover medical treatments and bills caused by participation in adventure activities, provided the sport is only for a day long!
Every time you travel abroad, you risk falling sick, meeting with an accident, or needing emergency medical treatment. But this is a risk you should be willing to take. With Digit’s International Travel Insurance, you don’t have to worry about medical bills and expenses should something unfortunate occur to you. With comprehensive medical coverage that covers you in case of emergency medical/accidental treatments and evacuation, personal accident, emergency dental treatment, and other covers, you can focus on your health and getting better. We’ll take care of your bills!
When you purchase your International Travel Insurance plan from Digit, you will also be protected in unpredictable situations such as flight delays, loss of passport, baggage loss, medical emergencies, trip cancellations, bounced bookings, and any other mishap that could disrupt your trip to Poland.
Whilst comparing travel quotes from different insurance companies, make sure you are aware of the following:
The medical benefits available and the limit of the Sum Insured for each
The terms and conditions can be tricky and very hard to come by. Read the fine print carefully.
The claims process by checking the company's previous claim records. After all, that's the whole point of insurance, right?
Poland is home to 17 UNESCO Heritage Sites and is popular for its mesmerising scenic attractions. This European nation offers vast and varied geographical features such as mountains, lakes, valleys, diverse natural flora, and fauna, along with exemplary cuisine.
If you want to explore breath-taking medieval European architecture, then Poland is one of the best destinations. This article offers information on the top attractions, safety tips and visa formalities to help you enjoy a safe trip to Poland.
Poland witnesses a huge tourist footfall during the spring months, which is between June to August. Most people like to visit this country at this time as they can enjoy the panoramic beauty of Poland and take part in various exciting outdoor activities.
However, to avoid peak season rush, it is ideal for making hotel accommodations and flight booking beforehand to get a great deal on prices.
Here is a list of top things to do in Poland:
Visit the Salt Mine at Wieliczka
Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau camps at Oswiecim
Go on a shopping spree at Warsaw Old Market Place
Visit the Malbork Castle
Experience the scenic beauty of Lazienki Park
Apart from the above-mentioned tourist attractions; here are a few other places to visit in Poland:
Krakow
Warsaw
Tatra Mountains
Wroclaw
Bialowieza Forest Reserve
If you are planning to visit Poland, you have to apply for a Poland Schengen visa. This visa has a validity of a maximum of 90 days and must be applied not less than 15 days before your trip.
Once you land at the airport in Poland, the authorities will look for travel documents and other credentials supporting your identity. Produce all necessary documents at the immigration. Also, Poland has lifted various pandemic-related restrictions. So regardless of your vaccination status, you are not required to quarantine or undergo a test.
However, make sure to follow health safety precautions.
Here are the safety precautions to be followed during your stay in Poland:
While staying in Poland, follow the instructions and guidelines imposed by the local authorities on tourists. This includes restrictions on entering the borders of Ukraine and others.
Ensure optimum safety while in restaurants and food joints. Do not accept drinks or food from strangers.
Do check the prices of the food before ordering to avoid overpaying.
Refrain from carrying pieces of jewellery, large amounts of cash and other valuables in public or crowded places.
Keep the national health-line number on speed dial in case of any medical emergency like COVID-19 infections.
Follow the current health guidelines of the country before travelling to different parts of the country.
The local laws are strict in case of alcohol consumption during driving. Hence, tourists visiting Poland must abide by the same to steer clear of legal complications.
In addition to this, getting an international travel health insurance policy is necessary. This policy will offer financial assistance in case of any loss due to medical treatments, loss of valuables, theft, flight cancellation, etc.
If you encounter any issues related to your visa, passport or other matter, contact the Indian Embassy in Poland for support.