Travel Insurance For Austria From India

Planning a trip to Austria? Whether you’re going for the stunning landscapes, its rich historical heritage, or Vienna’s famed coffee culture, take care of yourself with travel insurance. If an Austria visa is what you’re looking for, do keep in mind that having travel insurance is mandatory. ACKO provides easy, quick, and complete travel insurance for a hassle-free trip to Austria.

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Is Travel Insurance Mandatory for Austria?

When an Indian national applies for an Austria visa, travel insurance is a mandatory requirement. Specifically, for a Schengen Visa, you need to have insurance that covers medical emergencies, unexpected health issues, accidents, and other essential protections throughout your stay in Austria and any other countries within the Schengen Area.

Why Choose ACKO’s Travel Insurance for an Austria Visa?

Cashless Hospitalisation

Enjoy cashless hospitalisation at our global network of hospitals. If needed, we also offer reimbursement options.

No Pre-Medical Check-up

There is no need to undergo medical screenings before buying our policy. You can just buy and travel without any stress.

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Zero Out-of-Pocket Costs

With ACKO, you pay nothing when you claim. We will bear your travel, medical and emergency expenses as per the policy coverage.

Affordable

Our basic travel plan starts at Rs. 49 for a 5-day term, which is about Rs. 10* per day of travel only.

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Quick Claim Settlement

We will instantly process your claim when you report it to us. We aim to process your claim fast, so you can go back to your trip without any hangups.

What’s Covered and What’s Not Covered in ACKO’s Austria Travel Insurance?

Medical Cover

Accidental Emergency: If you're accidentally injured during your trip and need medical treatment or hospitalisation, your expenses will be covered up to the policy's limit.
Illness Expenses: If you fall ill while travelling, resulting in hospitalisation, your medical expenses will be reimbursed up to the policy's limits.
Hospitalisation Allowance: If you're hospitalised due to illness or injury while travelling, you'll receive a daily allowance for a certain number of days, subject to the policy's limits and terms.
Physiotherapy Expenses: If you require physiotherapy after an accident during your trip, these expenses will be covered under the policy terms.
OPD Expenses: If you are travelling and need outpatient treatments, tests, or consultations due to illness or injury, you will be reimbursed as long as it is within the policy's duration.
Compassionate Visits: This policy will cover the cost of a return ticket for a family member to visit you if you are in a hospital.
Medical Evacuation Expenses: If the situation is serious and you need to be evacuated by air or land, the expenses for this will be paid out according to the policy's terms.

Baggage Covers

Delayed Baggage: You'll get a one-time payment if your bags are delayed for a certain amount of time
Lost Baggage: The company will pay you for the partial or total loss of your baggage in accordance with the terms of the policy, if it is completely lost.
Partial Loss: If your checked-in baggage is damaged and requires repairs, you’ll be reimbursed as specified in the policy.

Trip Covers

Flight Delay: If your flight is delayed beyond the specified number of hours from the scheduled departure or arrival time, you’ll be reimbursed up to the policy's limit.
Flight Cancellation: If your travel plans are cancelled due to unavoidable reasons like accidents or hospitalisation, the insurance will reimburse the associated costs as per the policy terms.
Missed Flight: If you miss your flight and book a new one within the specified time frame with a no-show certificate, the policy will reimburse you according to the schedule.
Flight Rescheduling: If you need to reschedule a flight due to accident, illness, or other valid reasons, this coverage will pay for the new booking as per the policy’s limits.
Missed Connection: If you miss a connecting flight due to the delay of the first flight, the insurance will cover the cost of booking a new flight.
Loss of Passport: If you lose your passport while travelling, the policy will cover the fees for applying for a duplicate passport.

Add-ons

Adventure Sports Injuries: For those indulging in adventure sports, the policy covers injuries that require hospitalisation during the trip.
Bounced Booking: If you're denied boarding a flight or entry to your hotel, the policy will cover the cost of rebooking.

Exclusions

Pre-existing Conditions: Illnesses or injuries that existed before your policy’s start date.
High-risk Activities: Injuries resulting from extreme sports or dangerous activities like bungee jumping.
Natural Disasters: Damages caused by natural calamities (unless specifically covered).
Intentional Damage: Claims arising from deliberate actions or criminal activities.

All You Must Know About Austria Before Starting Your Tour

Best Time to Visit Austria

Austria is indeed a year-round destination. But to see it at its best, here’s when to visit:

Spring (April to June): Ideal for pleasant weather and fewer tourists. Great for exploring cities such as Vienna and Salzburg.
Autumn (September to October): Austria’s forests burst into life with autumn colours, and scenic hiking in the Alps. (Source: Lonely Planet)
Winter (December to February): If you like winter sports, the Austrian Alps are perfect for some world-class skiing in resorts like St. Anton and Kitzbühel.

Things to Do

Explore the Cities: Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck.
Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace and the iconic Hofburg Palace are a must-visit.
Hit the Slopes: If you’re visiting in winter, Austria is a paradise for skiers. Places like Zermatt and St Anton are considered the gold standard.
Danube River Cruise: A river cruise through the heart of Austria provides spectacular views of castles, vineyard-covered hillsides, and towns like Krems and Melk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Need Travel Insurance For An Austria Visa?

Yes, travel insurance is a compulsory requirement for an Austrian visa, particularly for Schengen visa applications.

How much does the travel insurance coverage for Austria cost?

Cover for medical emergencies, including hospitalisation and repatriation, of at least €30,00(Rs.28,00,000 approx)

Can I purchase travel insurance for Austria online?

Yes, ACKO offers a seamless online platform to purchase travel insurance for Austria instantly through our website.

What should you do if your luggage gets lost in Austria?

If the airline misplaces your luggage, ACKO covers lost or delayed baggage .

Will ACKO’s insurance cover for trip cancellations?

Yes, trip cancellations due to unforeseen events or emergencies are covered under the travel insurance offered by ACKO.

Travel Insurance For Austria From India

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