Travel Insurance for Australia

Why cover matters for Australia trips

If you’re weighing up cover types, single trip cover can make sense for a one-off visit. If you travel more often, an annual option may be worth comparing before you commit.

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Reasons why you should get travel insurance for your Australia trip

Medical Costs

Australia is a long way from home, and unexpected treatment can be expensive. Depending on the cover you choose, you can look for emergency medical expenses cover in Australia, plus options that may help with heat illness treatment, pre-existing medical conditions, and medical repatriation.

Flight disruption

Long-haul travel means more moving parts. If delays or cancellations throw your plans off, you may want cancellation and curtailment options for Australia trips, so you’re not left juggling changes entirely out of pocket.

Baggage and valuables

With multi-leg flights and busy cities, baggage issues can happen. Depending on your policy, you can choose cover that may help with lost luggage on flights to Australia and theft of valuables while you’re out and about.

Bushfires, heat and trip disruption

Australia’s conditions can change quickly, especially with extreme heat or bushfires. If you’re planning remote area activities, road trips, or lots of excursions, consider cover options that reflect disruption, safety, and the practical reality of being far from major services.

Main Facts About Australia

Currency

Australia uses Australian dollars (AUD). You can exchange money at airports, banks and hotels. ATMs are widely available, and contactless is common. Check with your bank about any fees for overseas spending.

Language

English is the official language. Australia is multicultural, so you may hear many languages and dialects while travelling.

Weather

Australia’s climate varies by region and season. Temperatures can be high, so pack and plan accordingly for heat.

Power Plugs

Australia uses Type I sockets and plugs. Travelling from the UK, you’ll need a travel adaptor.

Population

There are currently 26 million people in Australia (according to the latest United Nations data taken in 2022). Australia is the equivalent to 0.33% of the total world population, and ranks 55 in the list of countries by population. The average age in Australia is 37.9 years.

Fun Fact

The Great Barrier Reef is often described as the world’s largest living organism and is frequently listed among the Seven Natural Wonders.

Enjoy Australia with cover you can choose for your trip. Medical costs, cancellation, baggage, road trips, activities. Pick cover that reflects what you’re actually doing.

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Your Australian Bucket list

If Australia is on the calendar, these are the classics. If you’re doing road trips, remote stops, or lots of activities, it’s worth making sure your cover matches your plans.

Dive the Great Barrier Reef
Hike in the Blue Mountains
Sail around the Whitsunday Islands
Visit Byron Bay
See the Sydney Opera House
Visit Uluru
Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge (New South Wales)
Relax at Bondi Beach (New South Wales)
Explore Daintree National Park (Queensland)
Drive the Great Ocean Road (Victoria)