Travel Insurance for UK

Bustling cities. Enchanting castles. Enthralling coastlines. The lush countryside. Literary landmarks, and a global hub of art and culture. UK has always been a famous tourist spot, owing to its rich history, beautiful terrains, and of course, its iconic literary background and educational institutions. Moreover, the number of tourists travelling to UK is only increasing this year, due to the popular World Cup that’s all set to begin soon! 

The weather in UK is a lot more varied than one may assume, depending on which parts you're traveling to. The best time to visit UK is during the Spring (late March-early June) or Autumn (September-November) as it will probably not rain much (so no gloomy days!) and the weather too is pleasant during this time. However, the summer months aren’t too bad either, except you’ll probably be surrounded by tons of tourists from all over! 

For those who’d like to experience the cold, the winter months can be a decent time to visit too, with the Winter Wonderland and other winter activities in full swing too. 

Whether you’re traveling for the World Cup or not, UK is an incredibly diverse nation, with a range of places to visit. From the cultural hub in London to the lush green countryside's of Scotland and Wales, there’s a long list of things to do; no matter what kind of traveler you may be. 

1. Enchanting Historic Monuments - Visit the many ancient castles, towers and monuments the UK has preserved. Some must visits include The Tower of London, Stonehenge, The Edinburgh Castle and St Paul’s Cathedral. 

2. Iconic Literary Spots - Delve into all things literary as UK is home to many literary landmarks and attractions such as the Charles Dickens Musuem, the famous Harry Potter Tour, The Shakespeare Globe and Jane Austen’s city of Bath, amongst many other bookish places! 

3. The Dynamic South Bank - Wander about in the heart of London. The South Bank is always bustling with energy, with a host of festivals, restaurants, pubs and the beautiful river Thames!

4. The Royal Hyde Park - Stroll around the royal Hyde park, the perfect place to unwind and relax! 

5. Diverse Art Galleries and Musuems - Treat your right brain to a range of beautiful art galleries and museums present all over England. 

6. The Famous London Eye - Take a complete 360-degree view of the beautiful city, a must for all tourists. 🙂

7. Picturesque and GOT Famous Northern Ireland - Take a ferry to Northern Ireland and be spellbound by the country’s many captivating sights, which also includes the many locations of where GOT was shot! 

8. Captivating Scotland - Take a trip up north to one of the most beautiful countries in UK, famous for its lakes, hill-top castles and vibrant cultural scene. 

9. Marvel at the Jurassic Coast - Walk through time at the mesmerizing south coast of England, which is also the country’s only UNESCO World Heritage site today. 

10. Wondrous Wales - Get right into a fairytale on visiting Wales, known for its enchanting coastline, beautiful mountains and popular hiking trails.

An International Travel Insurance covers and benefits you in unpredictable situations such as; flight delays, loss of passport, baggage loss, medical emergencies, political unrests and other such mishaps. Additionally, with our digital insurance policies, everything from purchasing an insurance to making a claim is online, super-simple and hassle free. 

No, a travel insurance for UK for Indians isn’t compulsory yet. However, the last thing you want on a holiday is to be spending beyond your budget! Therefore, it's always wise to have a valid travel insurance in place, that will keep you protected against all the odds. 

Obtaining a UK Tourist visa is straightforward and includes a standard step-by-step process, and usually takes two to three weeks: 

i. Fill in the visa application form as per your visa type 

ii. Compile all required documents for the visa 

iii. Schedule your visa appointment  

iv. Attend the visa interview and wait for the visa to be approved 

Whilst comparing travel quotes from different travel insurances for UK, make sure you are aware of the following: 

a. The medical benefits available and the limit of the Sum Insured for each 

b. Terms of claims. A lot of times, the terms can be tricky and very rare- that despite the benefit, you’ll never really be able to claim it. 

c. The claims process by checking the company’s previous claim records. After all, that’s the whole point of an insurance, right? 

· International Travel Insurance for UK can be bought by anyone going for the trip. 

· Travel Insurance to UK from India should be bought before your travel departure date.

· You will need to carry the International Travel Schedule as a document during the travel. You can also keep our travel summary and policy wording handy for any other details.

Do inform us immediately if there is any unfortunate incident before or during your travel that may cause you to make a claim. 

· Being the capital city and a popular tourist destination, petty crimes can be common in London. Beware of pickpockets and common scams such as ATM scams (be alert while you withdraw money), ticket scams (don’t get lured into buying any tickets from random people) and avoid leaving any belongings in your car if you’re using one. 

· Make sure you have a valid international driving license if you’re looking at doing a road trip during your stay. 

· If you’re planning to visit during the winters and are planning to drive, be very cautious with slippery roads. In case of an unforeseen situation leading to loss or damage of the car, our travel insurance for UK will cover the expenses under Personal Liability and Bail Bond. 

· Remember that the cars drive on the left-side in UK. Cross roads cautiously, and only use designated crossings. 

· Every year in July, there is a marching parade in Northern Ireland, that can sometimes turn violent due to political situations. Make sure you plan your dates there accordingly.

You can also download the UK based app citizen AID during your stay, an app that includes advice and immediate actions in case of any incidents and emergencies there. 

Depending on where you’re traveling to, it’s always handy to have the contact number of the Indian embassy. The Indian Embassy for UK is in London. 

Contact number: 020 7836 8484