Buy Travel Insurance for Belgium from India Online
If you’re travelling for food, drinks and views, then a perfect destination is Belgium. Located to the west of Europe, Belgium is world renowned for superior chocolate, a wide range of beer and astonishing castles.
With many sites acclaimed by UNESCO, this country offers a blend of modern and ancient architecture, which is a true sight for sore eyes. To get here, one of the most important documents you must own is an International Travel Insurance policy.
Travel Insurance to Belgium is mandatory and necessary because of the protection and wide range of covers it offers the insured person.
Digit's International Travel Insurance for Belgium 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 plan online within a few minutes, and you can be off on your trip!
Is Travel Insurance mandatory for Belgium?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when travelling to Belgium. Belgium is a part of the Schengen zone; hence to acquire a Schengen visa, you must have valid Travel Insurance.
A critical requirement when travelling to Belgium 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.
What is the Cost of Travel Insurance for Belgium from India?
A $50,000 Belgium 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].
What’s great about International Travel Insurance by Digit?
Zero Deductibles - You don’t pay anything at all when you make a claim – it’s all on us.
Adventure Sports Covered - Our coverage includes activities such as scuba diving, bungee jumping & sky diving (provided the duration is one day)
Immediate Monetary Compensation for Flight Delays - We don’t want to waste your time any further. That’s why, when your flight is delayed for more than 6 hours, we give you an immediate compensation of ₹500-1000.
Smartphone-enabled Processes - No paperwork, no running around. Just upload your documents when you make a claim.
Missed-call Facility - Give us a missed call at +91-7303470000 and we’ll call you back in 10 minutes. No more international calling charges!
Worldwide Support - We’ve partnered with the world’s largest health & travel insurance network Allianz, to support you seamlessly across the globe. T&C apply*
Belgium Travel Insurance Plans that fit your needs
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Emergency Accidental Treatment & EvacuationAccidents 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 & EvacuationGod 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 AccidentWe 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 & DisabilityWhile 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 TreatmentIf 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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Smooth transit covers |
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Trip CancellationIf unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip. |
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Common Carrier DelayIf 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 BaggageWaiting 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 BaggageThe 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 ConnectionMissed 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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Flexible Trip |
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Loss of PassportThe 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 CashIf 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 ExtensionWe 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 AbandonmentIn 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 BondDue 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.
What's not Covered?
Digit's Travel Insurance from India to belgium covers most things that could go wrong during your vacation. We are completely open in all that we do. Understanding what your travel insurance does not cover is critical, just like knowing what is covered. The following are some exclusions that our travel plan will not cover:
- We can't cover diseases or illnesses already diagnosed (pre-existing conditions) or if your doctor has already recommended no travelling.
- Daily cash allowance of up to 5 days is only valid for those hospitalised during their holiday in a foreign country.
- Death or disability won't be covered after 365 days of the accident that has caused it.
- Adventure sports are covered if you're doing it for one day. This doesn't include weeklong treks, hikes or professional-level adventure sports that go on for more than one day.
- Acts of War are not covered.
- Flight delays are not covered if your airline already informed you about the same at least 6 hours in advance.
- Delay of checked-in luggage is not covered if the delay is due to customs.
- Any missed connection where the time gap between scheduled arrival of incoming flight and scheduled departure of connecting flight was less than the time required.
- Thefts will not be covered if the police of the respective aren't notified within 24 hours.
- Trip extensions due to childbirth or related matters can't be covered
- Trip abandonments due to pre-existing illnesses or health conditions can't be covered.
- Trip cancellations due to rejection of visa are not covered.
With us, get access to VIP claims
After you buy our international travel insurance for Belgium, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!
Step 1
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.
Step 2
Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.
Step 3
We’ll take care of the rest!
Why do you need Travel Insurance for Belgium from India?
Let's look at why you need travel insurance when visiting Belgium:
If you travel to Belgium, the weather conditions might adversely affect you. Not just that, since beer is a big deal in Belgium, it’s important not to go overboard on the beverage, which might result in you taking a trip to the hospital. Availing medical treatment abroad is costly, but with comprehensive travel insurance, be assured that you are covered in such situations.
Petty crimes in Belgium are relatively low. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can happen, and you might be a victim to losing your valuable items. Another cause for concern is the rise of terrorist attacks across the country. Hence, exercising caution in a foreign country is advisable.
Travelling to a new place can be exciting. Experiencing an interruption of any sort during your trip can be a buzzkill. 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 Belgium won't just have your back during medical emergencies, but you can also enjoy benefits related to the flight, baggage and accommodation as well. It's a small cost with large benefits in the long run.
Compare Belgium Travel Insurance Quotes
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.
Know more about Belgium before your Trip
The culture and heritage of Belgium captivate travellers around the globe. Belgium is a country that appears to be positioned at the crossroad between modern and medieval Europe. The UNESCO-acclaimed sites of the capital city Brussels, the medieval-era streets, and gushing canals filled with clear water are only a few of the exquisite offerings of Belgium.
If you are planning to visit Belgium on your next holiday, here is some information that can help you chalk out your Belgium vacation smoothly.
What is the Best Time to Travel to Belgium?
The ideal time to visit Belgium is during the months of April-May-June and during autumn, which is between September and October. This is not only because of pleasant weather conditions but also at this time different festivals and activities take place throughout the country.
However, prices of hotels, flight tickets and other fares may be comparatively higher in the peak season.
What are the Top Things to Do and Places to See in Belgium?
Here are the top things to do in Belgium:
- Taste the Belgium chocolates and other delicacies
- Experience the canal cruise ride in Bruges
- Pay a visit to the Grand Place in Brussels
- Explore the Royal Museums of Fine Arts in Brussels
- Go to In Flanders Fields Museum in Lakenhallen
- Experience the tranquillity of the city of Ghent
Some of the significant places to visit in Belgium are:
- Nightlife and shopping centres in Brussels
- The Food Capital, Antwerp
- World’s most beautiful Cathedral at Tournai
- Hoge Kempen National Park
- Beaches and Goth-inspired architecture at Ostend
Visa Requirements for Belgium for Indians
The tourist visa for Belgium that you will apply for will be a standard Schengen Visa. The normal processing time of a visa for Belgium is 15 days; however, it may take up to 30 days. So, to avoid early hour hassles, it is preferable to apply for a Belgium visa much before the vacation.
Entry Information for Indians in Belgium
On landing at the Belgium airport, a concerned officer will ask for travel and identification documents which are valid passports and visas. In addition, the authority may ask you to present a few additional documents.
Moreover, you may be asked about your purpose or duration of visit to Belgium and the places you would like to visit. There are no Covid-related restrictions right now.
What are the Safety Measures to Follow While Visiting Belgium?
Here are all safety measures to abide by while visiting Belgium:
- Be aware of petty crimes like pick-pocketing, bag snatching, etc. You can avoid such incidents by closely monitoring your belongings in tourist areas.
- Avoid keeping a large volume of cash or withdrawing excessive money from ATMs. Before using one, check the locality properly.
- Get the necessary vaccine and carry the vaccination certificate of COVID-19 to adhere to travel restrictions in different parts of Belgium.
- Keep your travel and other supporting documents where you can easily access them.
- Do not offer cash to strangers. Instead, if you want to help, consider visiting a registered charity.
- Make sure to get international travel insurance to stay financially protected in the event of any mishaps, theft or loss.
Indian Embassy in Belgium
The Indian Embassy in Belgium can offer assistance in case of any trouble that you might face during your vacation in Belgium.