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Travel and holiday insurance for all types of cancer designed by medical travel insurance experts.
At Freedom we understand that no two cancers are the same and that’s why we look at each case on its individual merits in order to provide you with the best cover available. We know treatment can vary depending on the severity and type of cancer, we aim to provide cover regardless of whether you’ve been treated by radiotherapy, chemotherapy or had the tumour surgically removed. If you’re currently undergoing treatment for cancer or are awaiting surgery, it can be more difficult to obtain full cover, but we will still endeavour to find you a policy which meets your needs.
The main advantage of obtaining cancer travel insurance is knowing that in the event it causes a problem either prior to or during your trip, you will be covered for anything related directly or indirectly to the condition. If for example you have a stoma in place due to an ileostomy/colostomy for bowel cancer and this was to cause a problem while you are away ‘standard’ travel insurance wouldn’t necessarily cover you for this. If, however you have taken out a specialist insurance which specifically includes complications due to the cancer then cover would apply.
If you’re travelling with friends or family you can also elect to add them onto the same specialist travel insurance policy so that if any trip complications were to arise relating to either person, everyone on the policy would be covered to claim for this. This would include claims for cancellation of the trip or emergency medical treatment abroad whether it’s related to the cancer or another unrelated medical condition. It is crucial to declare any cancer-related medical conditions to avoid denial of coverage for claims related to those conditions.
If you have been declined travel insurance based on having a cancerous condition, Freedom can help. We provide comprehensive travel insurance specifically tailored for cancer patients, highlighting the factors that affect pricing and coverage options. We have vast experience of insuring people with cancer and consider all types from prostate, bowel, breast, skin and many more, including rarer forms that other insurers may not take the time to understand. Freedom’s policies are fully comprehensive giving cancer patients’ complete security when travelling. Should cancer be the reason you have to cancel your trip or cause for emergency medical assistance on holiday, then you can rest assured, Freedom’s cancer travel insurance will protect you every step of the way.
Our prices are based on a person’s current state of health at the time of taking out a policy, so if you are currently being treated for cancer or have been given the all clear, we will tailor a policy that specifically meets your individual needs, making sure you have the right level of cover for your trip. Our travel insurance for cancer patients involves various factors affecting the cost and coverage options, ensuring you are financially protected during travel.
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You can apply here online or over the telephone; it’s quick, simple and totally confidential. To provide you with a quote, you’ll need to let us know where you are travelling to, and for how long. Make sure to declare your cancer and any other pre-existing medical conditions that apply to you and anyone else on the policy. You will be guided through a medical screening questionnaire, where a series of relevant questions will be asked to assess your health.
These questions should be answered accurately and to the best of your knowledge. You will then be presented with available policy options, which include cover for declared medical conditions as well as cover for cancellation, baggage, personal accident and lots more. It is important to check your travel insurance cover to ensure you have adequate protection tailored to your individual medical needs.
You can start a quote here, but we do understand that sometimes getting cover with cancer can seem difficult when searching online, we are always available on 01223 446 914 if you would like us to help you.
Freedom has three levels of cover, the cover limit depends on the cover level selected. Benefits are per person, per trip.
| Cancellation & Curtailment | £1,500 | £5,000 | £10,000 |
| Emergency Medical & Repatriation | £5,000,000 | £10,000,000 | £10,000,000 |
| Missed Departure | £750 | £1,000 | £1,250 |
| Baggage and Personal Belongings | £750 | £1,000 | £1,250 |
| Excess | £150 | £75 | £50 |
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Leah
“The telephone manner of the young man who assisted me was exceptional – hence this review. Polite, clear in what he was offering, took time to listen to what I believed I needed and did not try to “oversell or upsell”.”
Kevin
“Information was clear & setting up a quote simple. agent was very helpful & friendly’ My quote was well below what other insurer’s wanted for the same cover.”
Terry
“Simple process – call handlers very polite & helpful – excellent policy at a reasonable price too! 😊”
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Some of our most frequently asked questions.
We are not able to provide cover if you have been given a terminal prognosis/life expectancy. Please contact Money Helper on 0800 138 7777 to find alternative insurers to meet your requirements.
You would need to do a medical screening, recent chemotherapy can affect your immune system making you more prone to infections but we may be able to provide cover. It would be best to call us for a quotation in this event.
The cost of travel insurance taking into a recent cancer diagnosis can vary significantly, if you would like some advice on the most cost effective areas to travel to for travel insurance please contact us on 01223 446 914.
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