Why travellers prefer Blue Cross
- Canada's #1 travel insurance brand and recognized worldwide
- Over 80 years of expertise in insurance
- $5 million travel insurance coverage, with or without deductible
- Flexible and affordable travel insurance solutions
- Free quote available online
- Travel assistance available 24/7 for any emergency, anywhere you travel
Expert travel assistance woldwide
Published on: December 20, 2023
When you travel, you get the chance to embrace every moment. It’s also important to be prepared for any unforeseen circumstances that may arise during your trip. Travel insurance should provide comprehensive coverage in case of an incident. Ontario Blue Cross travel insurance provides just that. You'll also be able to depend on our travel assistance and our extensive global network of medical providers if an accident or illness occurs.
Our experts are ready to assist you
Blue Cross Travel Assistance has been helping travellers like you for years. Our team of specialists, including medical professionals, is always here to support you during your trip. You can count on us to provide you with the best possible care and assistance.
Translation services are offered in 140 languages and dialects in addition to French and English. No matter where you’re travelling, a member of our team can connect you with someone who speaks the local language to help.
Our team’s competence and expertise are the result of several years of experience. Every year, our travel assistance team:
- Answers over 70,000 traveller calls in 154 countries
- Handles over 14,000 assistance cases
- Assists more than 600 hospitalization cases
Personalized support throughout your trip
Our travel assistance service is available to help you at every stage of your trip.
When planning your trip, our experts can provide you with useful information about your destination. This includes visas and documents, entry and exit requirements, recommended vaccinations, and more.
You can count on our specially trained team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during your stay abroad. If you require medical assistance in the case of an accident, injury, or medical consultation, we can support you by:
- Assisting you in finding a care facility and organizing transportation
- Providing follow-up on your hospital treatment record
- Assisting with evacuation or emergency repatriation if necessary for adequate care
Our team also provides general assistance for:
- Helping with lost or stolen documents
- Coordinating your return in case of trip interruption or return flight change
- In the event of an accident or illness that prevents you from driving, arranging the return of your vehicle to your home
Even when you're back home, our travel assistance specialists can answer your questions and help you file any claim you may have.
A global network of partners for easy access to care
Over the decades, we have developed an extensive global network of partners so that we can support you anytime, anywhere in the world.
Our partners - including hospitals, clinics, medical escorts, and air and ground carriers - are well-established on all continents and in more than 150 countries.
They offer personalized support and a well-coordinated treatment experience, ensuring that you receive the highest quality of care possible when you need it most.
Access to the largest provider network in the United States
Our travel insurance gives you exclusive access to the largest provider network in the United States, including Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii. This means that 96% of health care facilities in the country are part of our network of partners, offering services throughout the United States.
As a Blue Cross customer, you can enjoy exceptional customer experience with our experts handling the entire claim process. You won't have to submit a claim or pay any bills or fees for authorized care in one of the health facilities in our US network.
With Ontario Blue Cross travel insurance, you can rest assured that you have access to expert travel assistance anytime, anywhere in the world. To find the best travel insurance options that suit your needs, get an online quote today.