Child Insurance: How to Get a Policy for Traveling with Kids🧒
Traveling with a child is always not only a joy, but also added responsibility. Preparing documents, adjusting the route to suit children's needs, packing a first-aid kit... And of course — travel insurance. In this article, we explain why it's necessary, how to get it properly, and what a child’s policy should include in 2025.
❓ Why get insurance for a child?
Most countries (especially in Europe and the Schengen Area) require medical insurance for entry — for both adults and children, regardless of age.
Even if it’s not required, insurance:
- ensures fast medical care without queues or upfront payments;
- covers urgent situations — allergies, injuries, fever, poisoning;
- provides 24/7 support service in Ukrainian;
- helps avoid costs of tens of thousands of hryvnias.
📝 How to get a child’s insurance policy?
Choose the right policy type
A child needs a travel medical policy that includes:
outpatient and inpatient care;
medication coverage;
evacuation (if needed);
emergency dental care.
Additionally, consider:
COVID coverage;
accident insurance;
trip cancellation insurance (especially if prepaid).
Enter the child’s age
Some insurers categorize children by age (e.g., 0–6 years, 7–17 years). Pricing and terms may vary.
Get it online in 5 minutes
On our website, simply enter:
one parent’s details;
child’s name and date of birth;
destination country and travel dates;
select a package.
The policy is sent to your email immediately after payment — you can print or save it to your phone.
🌍 Which countries require child insurance?
In 2025, insurance is required for children traveling to:
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Schengen Area countries;
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Turkey (even without a visa);
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Egypt, Tunisia, Thailand, UAE — as per tour operator rules;
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USA and Canada — strongly recommended due to high healthcare costs.
📌 Frequently Asked Questions
🔸 Is a separate policy needed if a child travels with a parent?
Yes. Each traveler must be insured separately, even an infant.🔸 Is insurance included in a travel package?
Sometimes — yes, but it may have limited coverage. It's best to check or get additional insurance.🔸 Is the policy valid if the child was sick before the trip?
No — that’s a "pre-existing condition". The policy only covers acute illnesses that begin during the trip.
✅ Conclusion
Travel insurance for a child is not a formality — it's protection for their health and your peace of mind. The cost is just a few dozen hryvnias per day, while potential medical bills may reach thousands of dollars.
Planning a trip with your child?
Get your insurance now — online in just 5 minutes.
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