International Travel Insurance in Chennai

Yes. All Schengen visa applicants must show proof of travel insurance with a minimum medical cover of EUR 30,000 (approximately USD 32,000), valid across all Schengen member states. The policy must cover emergency medical treatment and repatriation. At Scope Forex, we issue Star Health policies that fully meet Schengen embassy requirements. You will receive a printed certificate the same day, ready to include in your visa application.

A standard international travel insurance policy covers emergency medical treatment and hospitalisation abroad, medical evacuation to India, trip cancellation due to illness or emergency, baggage loss and delay, flight delay compensation, accidental death and permanent disability, and passport loss abroad. Higher-tier plans may also include adventure sports cover, home burglary during travel, and hijack distress allowance. The exact inclusions depend on the plan chosen.

Premiums for international travel insurance start from roughly ₹13 to ₹22 per day for a basic plan covering popular destinations like the UAE, South-East Asia, or Europe. The total cost depends on your destination (USA and Canada plans cost more due to higher medical costs there), trip duration, your age, and the coverage amount selected. For a 10-day trip to Europe, an individual plan typically costs between ₹700 and ₹1,500. Call us for a quote specific to your trip.

Yes. We issue travel insurance certificates instantly at our Nerkundram branch. Most policies can be issued on your travel date, provided your flight has not yet departed. We recommend visiting us at least a few hours before your flight for smooth processing. Bring your passport and confirm your travel dates and destination.

Yes. Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd is one of India's largest standalone health insurers and is widely accepted by embassies including Schengen consulates, the UAE embassy, and others. The policy documents are issued in English and include all the information embassies look for: coverage amount, validity period, geographic scope, and emergency contact details.

You need a valid passport (for the insured traveller), your confirmed travel dates and destination, and a contact email address for policy delivery. No extensive medical check-ups are required for standard travel insurance. For senior citizen plans or those with pre-existing conditions, a short health declaration may be needed. The entire process takes under 10 minutes at our branch.