Compassionate Visit

Compassionate Visit (also called Family Visit or Compassionate Travel/Stay) is a thoughtful benefit in many international travel policies. It covers the cost for one immediate family member (spouse, child, parent, sibling) to travel from India to be with you abroad if you're hospitalized for an extended period due to serious illness or injury. Offered by major insurers (especially in premium/student plans); rarely in domestic policies.

Coverage: Reimburses economy-class round-trip airfare for one family member, plus sometimes daily accommodation near the hospital (up to sub-limit).

Typical Limits: USD 1,000–10,000 varies by plans.

Key Conditions:

Hospitalization ≥5–7 consecutive days

Life-threatening/critical condition requiring family support (doctor's recommendation often needed).

You're traveling alone or need assistance.

Incident during policy period abroad.

Notify insurer's 24/7 helpline immediately for coordination/approval.

Claim Process:

1. Inform insurer/assistance provider during hospitalization.

2. Get doctor's letter recommending family visit.

3. Insurer coordinates travel (or reimburses later).

4. Submit: Claim form, hospital docs (admission/discharge summary), doctor's recommendation, travel receipts, policy/passport copies.

5. File within 30–60 days; quick settlement (10–30 days).

Common Exclusions:

Short hospitalizations (< minimum days).

Pre-existing conditions (unless covered).

Non-critical cases or outpatient treatment.

More than one visitor or business-class travel.

No prior notification/approval.

Advice: Invaluable for solo travelers, seniors, or students — provides emotional support without financial burden. Common in higher variants/student plans; check policy wording for exact triggers/limits.

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