Travel Insurance for Mexico
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- What's covered when traveling in Mexico
- Pickpockets and petty crime in Mexico
- What if I experience a medical emergency in Mexico?
- Make sure you're covered for adventure sports
- I'm going to Mexico for Scuba Diving, am I covered?
- What's not covered while traveling in Mexico?
- Want more travel inspo for your Mexican adventure?
Spanning almost 760,000mi² (2 million km²), with landscapes that range from snow-capped volcanos to dense rainforest, and a cultural mix that’s equally diverse, Mexico is a place brimming with art, history, wildlife, adventure and plenty of inspiration.
Despite Mexico’s reputation as a place of crime and drug violence in recent years, don’t be deterred from experiencing one of the world’s most colorful and amazing cultures. Here are some tips on how to stay safe and how to make the most out of your travel insurance coverage.
What’s covered when traveling in Mexico
With World Nomads, you can buy travel insurance when you book your trip from home or while you're already traveling. All our plans offer cover (up to the benefit limits) for:
- Overseas emergency medical
- Medical evacuation and repatriation
- Trip cancellation
- Stolen or delayed baggage
- Cover for some Coronavirus-related events.
Make sure that you’ve selected the right travel insurance plan for your specific needs. World Nomads has two levels of cover - the Standard Plan and Explorer Plan - that offer different benefits, limits and sub-limits so it’s best to compare them to see which one suits your travel needs.
You can get a quote, make a claim, or extend your policy instantly online, even while traveling.
Pickpockets and petty crime in Mexico
You’re wandering the stalls of the La Lagunilla markets and reach into your pocket to get your wallet and realise it’s not there.
Theft is one of our most common travel insurance claims by travelers in Mexico. But the good news is that all World Nomads travel insurance plans offer some coverage for theft or lost luggage checked into a common carrier. Per item and total maximum benefits may apply and be sure to check your policy wording for excluded items.
To file a claim, you’ll need a police report or other written documentation such as a property irregularity report from your common carrier.
Traveler tip: you should carry your electronics, passport, and valuables with you at all times. Don’t leave them in the car or in your luggage. Lock up your belongings securely when you can’t take them with you.
What if I experience a medical emergency in Mexico?
All of our policies offer cover for medical emergencies whilst traveling overseas. If you fall ill with food poisoning, or have an accident whilst on an adventure, we’re here to help.
If you experience a medical emergency whilst on holiday in Mexico, our 24/7 Emergency Assistance team can get you help on the ground with translation services when you’re lost, injured or sick, whether you need an ambulance transfer, a prescription medication or a hospital that can treat your condition.
If you require any medical treatment on your trip, be sure to get reports, documentation and keep all receipts, as you will need these to support your claim.
As avid adventurers ourselves, we know that your adventures in Mexico may take you far from medical facilities, and our policies may also cover you for emergency evacuation and repatriation.
Note: Get in touch with the EA team before undergoing any medical treatment; you may need pre-authorization before undergoing medical procedures or where medical evacuation is required. It’s also important that you look at the exclusions section of your policy; our plans don’t cover pre-existing medical conditions or preventative care.
Traveler tip: stick to purified water, or use purification tablets, and follow your doctor’s advice for any other health recommendations. These preventative steps could save you a lot of trouble.
Make sure you’re covered for adventure sports
Whether you are scuba diving in Socorro, rafting in Veracruz or hiking in Cumbres Del Ajusco National Park, World Nomads covers you for more than 150 activities, adventures and sports.
Depending on your travel plans and Country of Residence, you may need to upgrade your policy to be covered for the activities you will be doing. If you’re unsure whether the activity you want to do is covered, just contact us.
Your plan may also have conditions of coverage. For example, you may be required to wear safety equipment, book a tour with a licensed tour operator, or stay within certain parameters of your sport: treks may only be covered up to a certain elevation, or scuba dives only to a certain depth for example.
Traveler tip: make copies of all key documents you’ll be traveling with – passport, ID, travel insurance, receipts, vouchers, addresses, transportation tickets – and keep them separate from the originals while abroad so you’ll have backups and proof of purchase if anything happens.
I’m going to Mexico for Scuba Diving, am I covered?
We’ve designed our plans to give you the freedom to learn and hone your diving skills by offering coverage for scuba diving accidents and other injuries underwater. However, your coverage depends on your Country of Residence. Some of our plans may have exclusions for certain types of diving or dives of a certain depth, and you may need to upgrade your policy and coverage depending on the types of diving you will be doing.
Be sure to read your individual policy for terms and conditions, limitations and exclusions and if you’re unsure whether you’re covered, just contact us.
Traveler tip: most of the time, things are pretty calm in Mexico, but riptides and big swells are a potential danger on either side of the country, so check conditions before you scuba dive or swim and don’t go anywhere that has been closed off by authorities. Keep an eye on travel advisories, especially during hurricane season.
Note: all travel insurance plans are different, and cover will vary, depending on what's happened, your Country of Residence, the plan you choose and any optional extras or upgrades you add.
What’s not covered while traveling in Mexico?
Our policies aren’t designed to cover everything and there are some things we just won’t cover. These include, but are not limited to:
- Any pre-existing medical conditions
- Any items lost, stolen or damaged that are unsupervised or unattended
- If you travel against medical advice or neglect to adhere to government ‘Do Not Travel’ warnings issued prior to departure
- Trip cancellation for events that occurred before your policy was purchased (natural disaster, strike, etc.)
- Not having visas or passports issued on time or not properly fulfilling the entry requirements of your destination.
- Any adventure activities or sports that aren’t covered by our policies.
- Any costs related to illegal activities or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Expenses you have not made every reasonable attempt to recover from the carrier, accommodation provider, booking or travel agents, any compensation scheme, or other source
Want more travel inspo for your Mexican adventure?
Check out our handy guides and tips to get the insider scoop on the best adventures in Mexico:
- Southern Baja, Mexico: Exploring Beyond Los Cabos
- 5 things I wish I knew before going to Mexico
- Mexico Travel: 6 ways to get off the beaten path
Travel insurance doesn't cover everything. All of the information we provide is a brief summary. It does not include all terms, conditions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions outlined in the policy wording. Coverage may not be the same or available for residents of all countries, states or provinces. If you’re not sure if something is covered, get in touch.
Stolen Belongings
While on a bus from Belize City to Chetumal, Mexico, I put my large backpack into the storage area on the bus. After I transferred to a bus heading to Tulum, I discovered that my laptop was no longer in my backpack.
Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you*
Trip Cancellation
Been working hard for your trip?
We'll work hard to protect it.
Trip Protection
- Are you or your family sick or injured?
- Natural disaster or terrorist attack where your'e going?
- Called to active service?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Expenses
Feeling fit and healthy? What if you get sick or injured?
Take the pain out of medical or dental costs.
Emergency Medical Insurance
- Need medication?
- Accidentally injured?
- Suddenly sick?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Transportation
Know where the nearest hospital is?
Don’t stress, we’ll get you there quickly.
Evacuation and Repatriation
- Hurt abroad?
- Need to get to a hospital urgently?
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Help starts here.
Protect your gear
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Cover your bags, tech or gear.
Protect your gear
- Video camera gone?
- Laptop lost?
- Sports gear stolen?
Help starts here.
- Emergency Overseas Medical & Dental Expenses
- Emergency Medical Evacuation & Repatriation
- Trip Cancellation or Interruption
- 24-Hour Assistance Services
- Baggage
- And more (depending on your country of residence)
24/7 emergency assistance
Whether you need medical assistance or emergency evacuation, our teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?
Contact the team
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.