What is pet travel insurance?
Pet travel insurance covers your pet while they’re abroad. If they need treatment from a vet, go missing, or their illness impacts your holiday plans, pet travel insurance can help compensate you financially.
To find the best travel insurance policy for your pet, work out:
what cover you need
how often you’re likely to take your pet abroad
if your pet is already covered
Decide what to cover
Pet travel insurance can cover several costs that may arise overseas. These include:
Vet fees if your pet becomes ill or injured abroad
Theft or loss if your pet is stolen or strays. Your insurer can also contribute towards advertising and reward costs to help find your pet
Holiday cancellation if you cancel or cut your trip short because your pet has died or needs urgent treatment
Your quote should outline what's covered, so check this carefully to make sure the cover you need is included.
How to insure your pet to travel abroad
Consider how often you go abroad
Knowing how many times you're likely to take your pet abroad can help you find the correct type of policy:
Single-trip policies cover your pet for one trip up to a specified maximum length, such as 30 days
Multi-trip policies cover your pet for several trips throughout the year
Check if your pet is already covered
If you already have pet insurance, travel cover may be included in your policy. Check your policy or contact your insurer to avoid potentially paying extra for cover you already have.
What is pet insurance?
How to find the best pet travel insurance
Compare quotes to find the right policy for your pet. You’ll find a number of deals on this page.
Look out for any exclusions, including:
your pet’s age
pre-existing conditions
holidays over a certain length
travel to certain countries
Check that you can afford any excess if you decide to make a claim, otherwise your claim may be rejected.
