Heart Condition Travel Insurance from AllClear provides up to unlimited medical emergency expenses cover. This leaves you free to travel with confidence and enjoy your trip with peace of mind.
Specialist Travel Insurance for Heart Conditions
Our specialist Heart Condition Travel Insurance covers you if you have a medical emergency abroad, even if it’s related to your existing heart condition abroad. For example, if you urgently need warfarin, amlodipine or digoxin. We’ll also cover costs from hospital trips and even medical repatriation back to the UK if needed.
- According to data from the British Heart Foundation, around 7.6 million people in the UK live with heart conditions.
- If you have a heart condition, you could be more susceptible to changes in air pressure, climate, and air pollutants. All of this has the potential to trigger a medical episode when you are away. This means an increased risk of needing medical care when travelling.
- The cost of warfarin can be as high as £2,225 per month in the US and as much as £6620.13 in South America. So, if you need more medications in an emergency, you could face hefty costs there, too.
That’s where we can help. Our specialist Travel Insurance will cover unexpected medical costs related to your heart condition. We’ll tailor your policy to suit your needs, so you’re covered for potential risks.
That leaves you free to enjoy your trip with full peace of mind. At AllClear, we can cover: All medical conditions. All ages. All destinations. 98% of our customers would recommend us to family and friends1, so you’re in good hands.
What cover does AllClear’s Heart Condition Travel Insurance provide?
Our Heart Condition Travel Insurance protects you against unexpected medical costs. It also covers you if you need to get medication abroad. If you need to cancel your trip for for specific reasons, you’ll be covered2. And if your luggage goes missing, we cover that, too.
With up to unlimited cover for medical expenses, you won’t have to worry about unexpected medical costs on holiday.
What’s covered?
- Medical cover. AllClear policies include emergency medical cover, as well as medical costs for existing conditions. This includes prescription medication, medical emergencies and medical equipment.
- Cancellation and curtailment2. Cover for your flight and accommodation costs if you have to cancel before you go. We’ll also cover you if you need to return home early following an emergency.
- Your baggage. Protection against the cost of stolen, damaged or lost luggage and personal possessions. You can also choose to add extra cover for gadgets to your policy.
- Travel delays and missed departures. We’ll compensate you for the time if your flight is delayed. If you miss your flight, you’ll also be covered for accommodation and transport costs.
- Personal liability. Cover for your legal expenses and any liability due if you accidentally injure someone. You also have cover if you damage their property while you’re away on holiday.
- All ages. We believe Travel Insurance should be available to as many people as possible. That’s why our Travel Insurance has no upper age limit.
What’s not covered?
- Deciding not to travel. We do not provide any cover if you can travel but choose not to.
- Other regions. Your Heart Condition Travel Insurance won’t cover you if you travel outside your chosen region. You can contact us to upgrade your policy anytime.
- Claims below the value of excess. You’re not covered for claims that fall below the value of the excess stated in your policy
- Medical conditions you fail to declare. You need to provide us with an accurate medical history when you buy Travel Insurance. This is so we can give you the right cover. This is especially vital for senior travellers and those with long-term illnesses.
For full details of cover, please see your policy wording.
We tailor all our travel policies to your specific requirements. So, we offer three different policy levels: Gold, Gold Plus, and Platinum.
SWIPE TO COMPARE POLICIES
Gold |
Gold Plus |
Platinum |
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| Emergency medical expenses and Repatriation costs | Up to £10m | Up to £15m | Unlimited |
| Cancellation* and Curtailment | Up to £2k | Up to £15k | Up to £25k |
| Travel Delay | Up to £300 | Up to £1,500 | Up to £1,500 |
| Personal Belongings | Up to £2k | Up to £2.5k | Up to £5k |
| Personal liability | Up to £2m | Up to £2m | Up to £2m |
| Legal protection cover | Up to £50k | Up to £50k | Up to £100k |
* If you buy a policy which includes cancellation cover. / All these figures are per person and per trip.
What types of Heart Conditions are covered by AllClear’s Travel Insurance?
We cover all conditions, including the various different heart conditions. For example, we will cover:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) – A common but serious condition in which the blood vessels supplying the heart are narrowed or blocked. According to the British Heart Foundation, it affects around 2.3 million people in the UK.
- Atrial fibrillation – Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat that can lead to complications like stroke or heart failure. About 1.4 million people in the UK have atrial fibrillation, according to our partners at the Stroke Association.
- Heart failure – Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. It’s estimated that around 920,000 people in the UK are living with heart failure, according to the NHS.
- Angina – Angina is chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscles. Over 2 million people in the UK are have angina, according to a study from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.
- Arrhythmias – These are irregular heartbeats that can cause the heart to beat too fast, too slow, or irregularly. Guys and St. Thomas’ Specialist Care, estimates around 2 million people in the UK have arrhythmias.
- Valve disease – Valve disease occurs when one or more of the heart’s valves don’t work properly, affecting blood flow. According to the British Heart Foundation, about 1.5 million people in the UK have heart valve disease.
- Cardiomyopathy – This is a disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood. According to Cardiopathy UK, around 160,000 people in the UK have cardiomyopathy.
How to get Travel Insurance when you have a Heart Condition
Before getting your Travel Insurance, you’ll need to get a quote. We’re a Specialist Medical Travel Insurance provider, and we cover all conditions. The first step is to complete a medical screening process. During the medical screening process, we’ll ask you a few questions about your heart condition.
We will also ask about any other pre-existing medical conditions you might have. We’ll ask things like:
- What age were you when diagnosed?
- Are you currently undergoing treatment or is any planned?
- When was the last time you had a cardiac episode?
We’ll use this information and your unique medical history to provide the best coverage for your trip. It’s important to give us the most accurate information during the medical screening process. We cannot cover any costs related to medical issues that aren’t declared. If your medical history isn’t accurate, you may have to pay for unexpected medical costs.
AllClear’s Travel Insurance for Heart Conditions with other pre-existing medical conditions
Our survey showed that 62% of people have more than one pre-existing health condition3. This may be a secondary condition caused by your heart condition or a different condition.
Simply declare conditions during the medical screening process. Then, we can create a Travel Insurance quote that works for you.
You must disclose to us if you or anyone else insured on the policy has:
- In the last two years, taken any prescribed medication or received medical treatment or advice at a hospital, clinic, GP surgery or via remote consultation;
- Received or been offered palliative care;
- Been placed on a waiting list that could cause you to cancel or curtail your trip;
- Been advised of a terminal illness.
Examples of other pre-existing medical conditions we cover include:
- Cancer
- Respiratory problems like asthma and COPD.
- Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.
- Musculoskeletal conditions like back problems, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.
- Neurological conditions such as strokes, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.
Find the best Travel Insurance for your trip
Nothing should stop you having the trip of a lifetime. That’s why we’ll tailor your policy to suit your needs. From hiking in Europe to worldwide cruises, we’ll help you find the best travel insurance. Not sure what kind of Travel Insurance you need? It depends on what kind of trip you’re taking.
- Only taking one trip this year? Single Trip Travel Insurance is what you’re looking for, and it’ll give you up to 365 days of consecutive travel cover.
- Doing more than one trip? Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance might work out cheaper for you, and it’ll be a lot less paperwork, too.
- Multiple European city breaks? Europe Travel Insurance is what you need so that you’re covered from Rotterdam to Rochester.
- Heading further afield? You might want Worldwide Travel Insurance, so you’re protected no matter where you end up.
- Embarking on a cruise? You’ll need Cruise Cover for cruise-specific mishaps, like cabin confinement or missed departures.
- Heading on a golf trip? Make sure your golf clubs are just as protected as you are with our Golf Travel Insurance.
How our Travel Insurance For Heart Conditions works: A simple 3 step quote process
Getting a quote for Heart Condition Travel Insurance couldn’t be simpler. Here’s how it works.
1. Get a quote online or by phone
The first step is to provide your personal details and information about your holiday plans. Complete this over the phone with one of our team members or online.
2. Complete our simple medical screening process
You must declare any medical conditions you have and any medications you are taking. This will allow us to provide the cover that best suits your needs.
3. Get your quote
You can either proceed to buy or save your quote at this stage.
Our experts say…
“Our Travel Insurance helps people with heart conditions to travel with confidence. From emergency medical care to urgent medication, we’ll cover the costs so you’re not left out of pocket.”
Letitia Smith MSc, Travel Insurance expert
What our customers say
Winning hearts and minds
Going abroad shouldn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how we helped Michael Burt, the man who received the UK’s first-ever beating heart transplant and wanted to travel to the US.
“My wife and I were planning a trip to the US for a wedding in Maine,” Michael explains, “and were very much looking forward to it. With my heart condition, and having previously had cancer, it was essential that we had proper travel insurance. We had always been insured previously, and knew that if I were to fall ill, it could be very expensive, and so my wife Joy began searching. Little did we realise just how difficult it was going to be.”
Then Michael and Joy, his wife, found AllClear Travel. “It was just such a relief,” Joy says. “They asked me a series of questions around Michael’s conditions and were positive from the start. They were the only company who gave me the confidence that Michael could be insured.”
There’s a reason 98% of our customers would recommend us to family and friends1.
What our Customers Say
Yes, you can get Travel Insurance if you have a heart condition. However, some insurers won’t cover all medical conditions. We’ll cover over 1,300 health conditions (including heart conditions) and all ages. In fact, we offer cover to 99%+ of our customers4. So, if you want to travel with confidence, get a quote now
The cost of a Travel Insurance policy will always vary depending on a few factors, such as:
- Your age
- Your medical history
- Your destination
- How long you’re going for
- What you’re doing while you’re there
By answering all of these questions, we know what kind of cover you’ll need in case of an emergency. This could cost extra at first, but save you in the long run.
Yes, Travel Insurance for Heart Conditions will cost more. This is due to the risk of a more expensive claim on your policy if you do need to claim. This is standard, and most insurers will operate this way.
High cholesterol is considered a minor heart condition for travel insurance. As with any pre-existing condition, you’ll need to disclose this when getting a quote. We may ask you some follow-up questions to see how serious it is. You might want to consider High Cholesterol Travel Insurance if you have high cholesterol.
Typically, unstable heart conditions will prevent you from flying. These include conditions like acute heart failure, severe angina pectoris, or ventricular arrhythmia. If you have these, you should delay flying until the condition is stable. Before you plan your holiday, always seek the advice of your cardiologist or GP.
Yes, the GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card) can cover the cost of your medical treatment for a heart condition. You can use it in most of the EU and some other countries. However, you’re not covered for other related expenses like travel home or private treatment. This goes for all pre-existing conditions. Be sure to check which countries accept GHICs before you travel.
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1 Based on 780 responses, correct as of 16/01/2024.
2 Providing you have purchased a policy that includes cancellation cover.
3 Based on 4358 responses. AllClear Annual Survey, February 2024.
4 Based on completed quotes between January 2023 – December 2023.
