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World Nomads

World Nomads Standard

Backpacker classic — 150+ adventure activities covered as standard.

$100,000 medical

Medical Sum Insured

$100,000

Deductible

$0 deductible

Ages Accepted

18–69

Max Trip Length

180 days

Sold To

US residents

Destinations

Worldwide incl. USA/Canada

Pricing Style

Per travel day

24×7 Assistance

Yes — global assistance line

Why travellers pick it

  • Buy or extend mid-trip from abroad
  • Adventure activities on by default
  • Built for long, flexible itineraries
Backpackers and gap yearsTrekking, diving, surfing itinerariesDigital nomads on the move

Full benefit schedule

Emergency Medical

$100,000

Hospitalisation, physician fees, diagnostics and prescribed medicines when you fall sick or get injured abroad. The single most important number on any travel policy.

Emergency Evacuation

$300,000

Air-ambulance or medically-supervised transport to the nearest adequate hospital — routinely a five-to-six-figure cost from remote areas, cruise ships or mountains.

Medical Repatriation

Included in evacuation limit

Transport home for continued treatment, or repatriation of mortal remains — arranged and paid by the insurer’s assistance company.

Trip Cancellation

$2,500

Refunds prepaid, non-refundable trip costs when you must cancel for a covered reason (illness, injury, death in family, and other listed events) before departure.

Trip Interruption

$2,500

Reimburses the unused portion of your trip and extra transport home when a covered event cuts the trip short after departure.

Trip Delay

$500

Fixed or per-day allowance for meals, lodging and essentials when your departure is delayed beyond the policy’s waiting period (typically 5–12 hours).

Lost / Damaged Baggage

$1,000

Reimbursement for checked baggage lost, stolen or destroyed by a carrier, subject to per-item limits and depreciation.

Adventure Sports

150+ activities covered as standard

Extends medical and evacuation cover to listed adventure activities (trekking, scuba, rafting…). Every insurer keeps its own activity list — always check yours is on it.

Electronics / Gadgets (add-on)

Optional gear cover upgrade

Higher per-item limits for laptops, cameras and phones than standard baggage cover allows.

COVID-19 Cover

Emergency medical for COVID-19 included

Medical expenses and (on some plans) quarantine allowance or cancellation if you contract COVID-19 before or during the trip.

Get World Nomads Standard for your exact trip

Tell us the trip and travellers — we confirm the live premium and eligibility with the insurer, handle the purchase, and stay on your file for claims help.

Key exclusions

  • Pre-existing medical conditions, unless the plan states otherwise or a waiver applies
  • Travelling against medical advice or to obtain planned/elective treatment (unless a medical-travel cover is bought)
  • Injuries from alcohol/drug influence, self-harm, or criminal acts
  • War, invasion, and active participation in civil unrest
  • Professional or competitive sports; extreme activities not on the plan’s covered list
  • Baggage left unattended in a public place; undeclared valuables above per-item limits
  • Losses recoverable from airlines, hotels, or other insurance first (most benefits pay secondary)

How claims work

File online with the insurer (receipts, proof of loss, medical reports). Emergencies: call the 24×7 assistance line first — they direct you to network care and arrange evacuations. Most document-complete claims are decided in 5–15 business days.

Claims are lodged fully online with photo evidence; emergency assistance teams operate 24×7 worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much medical cover does World Nomads Standard include?

$100,000 of emergency medical cover ($0 deductible). Emergency evacuation: $300,000.

Who can buy World Nomads Standard?

Travellers aged 18–69, for trips up to 180 days. Sold to US residents.

How do claims work on World Nomads Standard?

File online with the insurer (receipts, proof of loss, medical reports). Emergencies: call the 24×7 assistance line first — they direct you to network care and arrange evacuations. Most document-complete claims are decided in 5–15 business days. Claims are lodged fully online with photo evidence; emergency assistance teams operate 24×7 worldwide.

Does World Nomads Standard cover COVID-19?

Yes — COVID-19 cover: Emergency medical for COVID-19 included.

More from World Nomads

Premiums shown are indicative estimates compiled from publicly available plan literature and typical market rates — the final premium, terms and issuance are always set by the insurer. Plan benefits, limits and exclusions are summarised for comparison; the policy wording issued by the insurer is the only binding document. Confirm current terms with the insurer or our consultants before purchase.