Premium starting ₹395
100% Claims Settled (FY 24-25)
Premium starting ₹395
100% Claims Settled (FY 24-25)
When you think of visiting Portugal, there are plenty of things to keep an eye out for. Relax in the capital city, Lisbon, which sits atop seven hills, and take in the beautiful skyline, city, Fado clubs, beaches, and flea market.
Life in Portugal is filled with adventure. The country is home to many surfing records, the longest bridge in Europe (the Vasco Da Gama bridge), the best golfing destinations (particularly The Algarve), and many more!
Now that you know what awaits you in Portugal, why not see it yourself? Before you take off, consider purchasing a Portugal travel insurance policy before planning your trip. This policy can help cover all unforeseen expenses incurred during travel emergencies.
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when travelling to Portugal. Portugal is a part of the Schengen countries. Hence, to acquire a Schengen visa, you must have valid Travel Insurance.
When travelling to Portugal, your international travel insurance must have a minimum medical coverage of €30,000, with emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage. You can buy your Schengen Tourist Insurance from here.
A $50,000 Portugal Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹515 (excluding GST).
Portugal is one of the oldest European nations. Every traveller probably dreams of visiting the country at least once to experience its exciting architecture and unique cuisines. However, you can only visit here if you have a Portugal visa.
Among other requirements, you must get travel insurance, which is mandatory while travelling to an international destination from India. you will need a Schengen tourist visa to enter this country. This is a standard short-trip visa that will be valid for 90 days. The Schengen visa must be applied not more than six months and not less than 15 days before the trip.
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Medical Treatment And Evacuation Exigencies If you fall ill during your trip and need emergency hospitalisation to save your life or relieve acute pain, we will cover:
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Accidental Treatment And Evacuation Exigencies If you get injured in an accident and need urgent hospitalisation, we’ll cover:
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Personal Accident If you suffer an accidental injury that directly causes:
We’ll pay compensation as per your policy limits. |
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Accidental Death And Disability Cover (Common Carrier) Covers accidents while travelling in public transport like a plane, train, or bus, resulting in:
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Dental Treatment If you face acute pain or injury to your natural teeth during the trip, we’ll cover the cost of treatment by a qualified dentist, up to the policy limits. |
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Daily Cash Allowance If you’re hospitalised for more than 24 hours, we’ll pay a daily benefit for up to a maximum number of days as per policy. This cover will be extended for a maximum of 5 days. |
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Sub-Limits* Applicable only to members above 55 years for medical/accidental hospitalisation. If your claim amount for these coverages exceeds the sub-limit mentioned in the policy schedule, the extra amount has to be paid by you. Limits apply to:
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Maternity And Baby Cover Covers hospitalisation expenses for the delivery and vaccination of a newborn. |
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Waiver of PED Option to waive pre-existing disease exclusion (subject to policy terms). |
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Total Loss Of Checked-In Baggage If your checked-in baggage is permanently lost by the airline, we’ll pay compensation as per policy. |
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Delay Of Checked-In Baggage If baggage is temporarily delayed beyond the specified time, we’ll cover essential replacement purchases. |
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Missed Connection If you miss a pre-booked connection due to the delay of a common carrier, we’ll cover the extra travel expenses and accommodation costs to reach your next destination. |
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Trip Cancellation If your outbound journey is cancelled due to the listed reasons, we’ll reimburse you:
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Trip Abandonment If you have to cut short your trip or return early, we’ll cover:
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Trip Extension If your return is unexpectedly delayed, we’ll reimburse:
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Common Carrier Delay If your flight/train is delayed beyond the specified time, you’ll receive a fixed amount for every additional block of delay as per policy. |
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Hijack Distress Allowance If your mode of transport is hijacked, we’ll pay a daily distress allowance (must be officially confirmed). |
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All Risk Cancellation Charges We cover the non-refundable, pre-paid, or contracted-to-be-paid portion of the booking amount up to the policy limit if you cancel tickets due to unforeseen events beyond your control. |
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Loss Of Passport, Driving License And Temporary Permit We pay for expenses (as per policy) if your passport, visa, or driving license is lost, stolen, or damaged, preventing trip continuation. |
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Bounced Booking for Accommodation If your hotel booking is denied due to overbooking or any other issue beyond your control, we will reimburse:
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Bounced Booking for Common Carrier If your airline, train, or bus is unable to honour your prepaid booking due to overbooking or similar reasons, and you’ve opted for this cover:
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Compassionate Visit If you’re hospitalised during your trip, we will cover the travel and stay of one close family member or friend who comes to be with you:
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Loss Of Baggage And Personal Belongings We cover the loss or damage of your accompanying baggage and personal items due to theft, robbery, larceny, or holdup during the trip.
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Personal Liability & Bail Bond The insurer will cover legal and financial liabilities if you accidentally cause harm to someone or their property during your trip:
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Home Building And Contents If your home (at the address listed in your policy) suffers loss or damage while you’re away, the insurer will reimburse:
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Emergency Cash Assistance Service If your money or luggage is lost due to theft or holdup, the insurer will:
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Financial Emergency Cash If you’re left without any travel funds (cash, cards, travellers cheques) due to theft, robbery, or dacoity, the insurer will reimburse you for the lost amount, provided:
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Golfer’s Hole In One If you hit a hole-in-one at a USGA-recognised golf course (outside India), the insurer will pay a fixed amount to cover your celebration expenses, as per the policy. |
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Fraudulent Charges Cover If your payment card is lost or stolen during the trip, you’ll be reimbursed for any unauthorised charges made up to 12 hours before you reported the loss to your card issuer. |
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Extended Pet Stay If your return journey is delayed by more than 24 hours, the insurer will cover the extra cost of keeping your pet at the pet boarding facility back home, up to the policy limit. |
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Hazardous or Adventure Sports If opted for, it covers participation (under supervision) in activities such as trekking, scuba diving, etc. Coverage includes:
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Escort Of Minor Child If you are hospitalised during your trip, we will cover the economy class travel costs for one immediate family member, relative, or friend to escort up to two minor children, as well as the return travel expenses for the children, up to the policy limits. (As long as hospitalisation does not occur within 3 days of the trip’s end). |
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Upgradation To Business Class If you’re seriously ill, we’ll pay up to the sum insured mentioned in the policy for upgrading your return ticket to business class from the place of hospitalisation. |
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Study Interruption If you have to discontinue your planned studies during the covered period unexpectedly, we will reimburse you up to the sum insured for:
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Accident Of The Sponsor If your sponsor named in the policy dies or is permanently disabled, we’ll cover:
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Inter-Collegiate Sports Cover Medical & accidental injury coverage extended to college sports injuries sustained during the policy period. |
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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 coverage as per your requirements. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverage or wish to know further details.
Digit's Travel Insurance from India to Portugal 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:
Enter Your Trip Details
Hop onto the Digit app or website, select your destination, number of travellers, and date of birth. Then, hit ‘View Prices’.
Choose Your Plan
Now, you can view the plans, select the one that is perfect for you, set your sum insured, and click ‘Continue.’
Fill, Confirm & Pay
Next, fill in your personal and nominee details, complete the health declaration, click ‘Pay Now’ and complete the payment.
Done & Delivered!
That’s it! Your policy arrives via email, SMS, and WhatsApp. Need it later? It’s always on the Digit App!
After you buy our international travel insurance plan, 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 +91-7799022308 & 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!
Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.
The currency in Portugal is the euro (EUR), which has the symbol €. Each euro is divided into 100 cents in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 coins. Banknotes are in denominations 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500.
As of 15th July 2024, the currency exchange rates of EUR are as follows:
Note: You cannot use any currencies other than Euro anywhere in Portugal.
Whilst comparing travel quotes from different insurance companies, make sure you are aware of the following:
Portugal, a Southern European country on the Iberian Peninsula, is home to mesmerising beaches, ancient monuments, etc. Portugal is famous for its rich and vast art, culture, craft and heritage. Tourists across the world visit this country to experience the panoramic beauty and not to mention the famous port wine.
The best time to visit Portugal is the post-winter months from March to May when the country starts to bloom with the picturesque landscape of Daffodils. Moreover, you can visit Portugal during the fall season, which is between September and November. At this time, tourists enjoy staying outdoors for longer hours as the weather is warm and pleasant.
Here are some of the essential safety measures to consider while visiting Portugal:
Medical expenses are expensive in Portugal; hence it is recommended to purchase international travel insurance that will extensively cover any expenses due to medical emergencies, flight or hotel booking cancellation, loss of valuables and more.
The following is the list of international and domestic airports in Portugal.