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Do you want to travel to Austria? Then, add Travel Insurance to your list of important documents before setting off to Austria.
Austria is described as a perfect blend of culture and nature on the planet. The country gives you something to look forward to all year round. Soothing nature, thermal baths and spas, to adrenaline rushing activities, finally resting on remarkable food, travelling to Austria is bound to give you a memorable trip.
With Travel Insurance in Austria, you are assured of financial security throughout your trip.
Digit's International Travel Insurance for Austria covers and benefits you in unpredictable situations such as flight delays, loss of passport, baggage loss, medical emergencies, trip cancellations and other mishaps.
Purchase your travel insurance online within a few minutes, and you can go on your perfect trip!
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when travelling to Austria. Austria is a part of the Schengen zone. Hence, to acquire a Schengen visa, you need valid Travel Insurance.
A critical requirement when travelling to Austria is that your travel insurance must have a minimum medical coverage of €30,000, with emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage.
You can buy your Schengen visa Travel Insurance from here.
A $50,000 Austria Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹225 only (GST extra) [The cost mentioned here is as of December 2022].
Offers coverages for the most common mishaps that can be encountered on an international trip.
This plan not only covers you for the most common mishaps on your trip but also keeps you protected from each hiccup, so your trip goes just how it should!
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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 Austria, 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 Austria:
Activities like skiing, winter hiking, and dogsledding are among the many activities you can't resist being a part of. With travel insurance in hand, you will be protected against any financial emergency if you meet with an accident during adventure activities when on your trip.
With Digit's policy, you can be protected in many scenarios with the wide range of coverages we offer. Digit's International Travel Insurance for Austria won't just have your back during medical emergencies, but you can also enjoy the flight, baggage and accommodation benefits. It's a small cost with large benefits in the long run.
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.
Generally, 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.
Austria is a Central European country bordered by Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Switzerland, Hungary, Slovenia, and Liechtenstein. Austria houses immense treasures to mesmerise you, from majestic mountains to imperial architecture.
On top of that, you can try out adventurous activities and experience exceptional Christmas celebrations in the winter. If you are planning an exotic trip to this European country, go through this article for more information needed to make your trip memorable.
The months between June and August have pleasant weather conditions with temperatures between 17°C and 22°C. Besides, you can experience popular festivals such as Rainbow, Salzburg, Vienna, etc., during these summer months. Naturally, this is the best time to visit Austria.
However, if you want to avoid this peak season rush, you can plan your trip in spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November) as well.
The captivating landscapes and magnificent heritage buildings in Austria can keep you engaged. Here are some of the things that you must try on your Austrian trip:
Enjoy watching a show at the Spanish Riding School
Go trekking in Krimmler Ache and Kitzbüheler Horn
Explore the caves of Eisriesenwelt in Salzburg
Gather some historical knowledge in Landeszeughaus
Reach Hornköpfli in a cable car
Go skiing in the Arlberg
Apart from activities, you can also enjoy taking a stroll at the spectacular places in Austria. Here are some of the top places to visit:
The imperial Hofburg Palace in Vienna
Benedictine Abbey in Melk
Krimml Waterfalls, Austria’s paradise, in Krimml
Alpines in Zell Am See
Scenic lakes in Hallstatt
Alpine Roads in the Grossglockner
A tourist visa is undoubtedly your first requirement while planning a foreign trip. You must visit the Austrian Embassy in person or send someone on your behalf. They do not accept visa applications by post. You will have to apply for a C visa that allows you to stay in Austria for up to 90 days.
Any fully vaccinated Indian can enter Austria without any restrictions. Moreover, Austria has no quarantine requirements as of now, and you need not provide any negative test reports if you are already double vaccinated.
Here are some of the guidelines you need to follow to ensure a safe and secure Austrian vacation:
Carry your ID whenever you are travelling across the country.
Abide by the local law to avoid legal penalties.
Bag snatching, pickpocketing, etc. are common issues in Austria; hence, stay alert while travelling.
Always follow the official warnings to stay protected from terrorism threats.
Stay updated with the weather reports before travelling across the Austrian cities as mudslides, avalanches, etc., are common issues here.
Keep the contact details of the Indian Embassy handy, as you must contact them in case of legal hazards or other visa-related issues.
Keep a check on the hotel rooms and security functions to ensure the safety of your belongings.
Opt for international travel insurance before visiting a foreign country. It will provide you with financial assistance in an unknown land during hard times. Travel insurance covers you from expenses due to theft, passport or baggage loss, flight cancellation or delays, medical emergencies, etc.
You can get in touch with the Indian embassy in Austria in case you come across any trouble or discomfort during your stay there.
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Disclaimer -
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The information mentioned here about the countries, visa fees and others is taken from different sources. Digit Insurance is not promoting or recommending anything here. Please verify the same before you book your tickets, apply for a visa, buy a travel policy or make any other decision.
