Our Underwriter - AIG Travel Guard (2024)

FAQs

Who is the underwriter for Travel Guard insurance? ›

Insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa.

After researching and rating 20 different travel insurance companies, the MarketWatch Guides team awarded AIG Travel Guard 4.6 out of 5 stars based on our comprehensive provider review methodology. AIG offers eight policies that can provide medical and trip coverage for a wide variety of traveler needs.

You may be eligible for a refund of your premium under the following conditions: You are requesting a refund from Travel Guard within 15 days of purchasing your policy, Your request for a premium refund is made prior to the departure date listed on your policy, and. You have not filed a claim.

Trip Cancellation Insurance

With Travel Guard, you're prepared if you need to cancel for work, illness, weather or any other covered reason. Several Travel Guard plans cover you if you must cancel due to: Illness, injury or death.

At AIG, we protect against financial and reputational risks for clients of different sizes, across multiple territories and jurisdictions. We're a global player and market leader in underwriting, with exceptional engineering and claims expertise.

AIG Travel, a member of American International Group, Inc., provides travel insurance and global assistance through innovative product offerings. Travel Guard® is the marketing name for its portfolio of travel insurance and travel-related services.

Over the past century, AIG has grown to become a highly regarded and trusted name in the worldwide insurance industry and many UK customers choose them for the life insurance they need to protect their mortgage or children/partner. AIG in the UK offers a range of personal insurance products and life insurance products.

Allianz Global Assistance Travel Insurance has a higher overall rating than AIG Travel Guard Travel Insurance. Allianz Global Assistance scores better than Travel Guard Insurance across: Coverage, Extra Benefits, Financial Strength, and Price & Reputation.

After all of the needed information is provided to your life insurance company, the payment process is typically pretty quick. On average, you can expect payment to be issued within 7 to 10 business days. Keep in mind, though, that estimate is a best case scenario.

Does Travel Guard cover medical expenses? ›

All plans include medical expense coverage. Or, you can give one of our representatives a call at 800-826-5248 and they can tell you about our Medevac coverage.

Reviewed by 6601 customers

I always purchase travel insurance from this company. I feel secure when I travel and once when I had to cancel a trip due to illness, the claim process was seamless and hassle-free. I would recommend this company.

While you can purchase your travel insurance at any point before leaving on your trip, there are a few added benefits to purchasing early. Don't worry if you've missed the window, though. Our plans still come with great comprehensive coverage no matter when you purchase – that won't change!

Trip cancellation insurance provides prepaid, nonrefundable reimbursem*nt for trip expenses if you must cancel a trip due to an unforeseen circ*mstance such as illness, injury, or the death of the traveler or a loved one.

Travel Guard is the product name for travel insurance and assistance services provided by AIG Travel and American International Group, Inc.

Underwriters are the main link between an insurance company and an insurance sales agent. Insurance underwriters use computer software to analyze risk for determining whether to approve an applicant.

Short Answer. The underwriter provides financial backing for a travel insurance policy and creates its rules and regulations.

When you apply for insurance, your application goes through a process known as underwriting. This is where an insurer assesses your personal risks to determine: whether the insurer can accept your application. whether any 'exclusions' (specific conditions or events that you are not covered for) will apply.