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Travelling to Slovakia? Check out the country’s unique culture and traditions and be one with nature. Slovakia is rich in history, contemporary architecture and historical monuments. It has plenty of castles to visit (they look even better when covered in snow), with the oldest castle Devín, dating back to the year 868.
Slovakia also has many caves, oak groves, mineral springs, mountains and beautiful villages one must explore. Although its capital city, Bratislava, is recently seeing new growth in tourism owing to its nightlife, the country has friendly, quaint towns and villages you must visit.
Before you start your trip to Slovakia, let’s look at why you need to buy a travel insurance policy online. To financially recover from any difficulties or uncertain situations that could hamper your trip, you must own travel insurance. Digit’s International Travel Insurance to Slovakia from India provides coverage for your medical needs, travel hurdle and everything in between.
You can easily purchase your international travel insurance online through our simple, quick and hassle-free process. It won’t take long and is affordable for your trip!
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when travelling to Slovakia. Slovakia is a part of the Schengen zone; hence, to acquire a Schengen visa, you must have valid Travel Insurance.
When travelling to Slovakia, your international travel insurance must have a minimum medical coverage of €30,000, with emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage.
Buy travel insurance policy online through our simple and hassle-free process. Below we’ve detailed the cost, what is covered and the exclusions of our policy.
A $50,000 Slovakia 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].
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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 Slovakia, 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 Slovakia:
Slovakia experiences extreme weather conditions like avalanches, mudslides, snowstorms, etc. When travelling to Slovakia, one must always pay attention to information from authorities to avoid getting stuck in dangerous situations. With comprehensive international travel insurance with medical coverage (like ours), you won’t have to worry about burning a hole in your pocket if you require hospitalization or medical treatment.
There are plenty of adventure activities one can indulge in when travelling to Slovakia. In the event of any accident or hospitalization resulting from these activities, travel insurance with adventure sports coverage will be a great benefit. Digit’s International Travel Insurance provides adventure activities coverage (provided it’s for a day).
Thefts and pickpocketing are likely to happen in crowded, touristy areas or even during rush hours. When you purchase your International Travel Insurance plan from Digit, you are protected in unpredictable situations, such as thefts of personal belongings, loss of passport, baggage loss, extreme weather conditions, flight delays, medical emergencies, trip cancellations and any other mishap that could disrupt your trip to Slovakia.
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 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.
Slovakia, a Central European country, is home to vibrant landscapes, historical monuments, adventurous activities and many more. If this is your next holiday destination, you are heading towards an unforgettable vacation indeed. The breathtaking architecture, astonishing caves, majestic castles, and traditional hamlets of this landlocked country will provide you with a unique experience to cherish for a lifetime.
Moreover, a Slovakian trip is quite economical compared to other European countries. However, every country has some rules and regulations that a tourist must follow to spend a hassle-free vacation. Here is a guide that will help you plan your Slovakia trip efficiently.
Considering its varied altitudes and diverse geography, you can visit Slovakia any time as per your preference. However, the maximum number of people visit this country during the summer months, from May to September.
You can plan your trip during spring and autumn as summers are excessively crowded. Besides, if you plan to go skiing, winter is a perfect time, but the weather conditions are harsh, so keep a check on that.
This ice-capped country can offer several adventurous activities that will excite you in every aspect. Some of them are mentioned below:
Go for the popular Alpine skiing
Enjoy cycling along the Važská Cycle Route
Try some Bryndza cheese with authentic Frankovka Modrá or Tokaj
Go for paragliding in Liptov or Orava
Enjoy thermal bath in Trenčianske Teplice
Go for skiing in Jasná Chopok and Tatranská Lomnica
Slovakia is ornated with spectacular nature and exceptional architecture. Don't miss a glimpse of the following places on your trip:
“Europe’s El dorado,” Banska Stiavnica
Dobšinská Ice Cave in Slovak Paradise National Park
Vlkolinec, the mountain hamlet in the Liptov region
The spa town Bardejovske Kupele in Bardejov
Master Pavol's Square in Levoča
Domica cave in Slovak Karst National Park
You need to apply for a standard Slovakia Schengen visa, valid for 90 days, before travelling to Slovakia. Keep a tab of all the documents that you’ll need before applying for the visa.
You need not undergo a COVID-19 test upon arriving in Slovakia. Fully vaccinated travellers need not undergo quarantine as well. All other pandemic-related restrictions have been lifted for international travellers. However, make sure to provide all necessary travel and identification documents as asked.
You must abide by the following rules and regulations to continue a safe and secure journey across Slovakia:
Always carry your ID card to avoid legal issues.
Be aware of travelling to Ukraine from Slovakia, considering the ongoing conflict.
Always follow the local guidelines before planning your travel to certain parts of the country.
Don't carry illegal drugs while travelling as it is subjected to penalty and even imprisonment.
Bars and restaurants often overcharge tourists; hence, check the menu before ordering your drink or meal.
Avoid accepting drinks from strangers to stay protected against drink-spiking.
Be aware of petty crimes like pickpocketing and bag snatching.
Don't take photos of buildings, vehicles, police and military personnel, and other equipment without permission.
Always opt for a travel insurance policy before travelling to a foreign country. Travel insurance protects you financially during unforeseen situations such as theft, passport loss, flight cancellations, medical emergencies, etc.
The Indian embassy in Slovakia can help you out in case of emergencies during your stay in the country.