Enjoy your trip with peace of mind with Epilepsy Travel Insurance from AllClear. With up to unlimited medical emergency expenses cover.
Specialist Travel Insurance for Epilepsy
Our specialist Epilepsy Travel Insurance covers you if you have a medical issue abroad, for example, if you need hospital treatment following a seizure. You will also be covered if you need access to epilepsy medication such as epilim or depakote. We’ll also cover you if you need medical repatriation back to the UK.
- According to Epilepsy Action, there are 630,000 people with epilepsy living in the UK.
- Epilepsy-related seizures have been reported as one of the top four reasons for flight diversion because of an on-board medical emergency.
- Epilepsy medications vary, but the cost can be as high as $996 for a single month’s supply in the US.
That’s where we can help. Our specialist Travel Insurance will cover unexpected medical costs related to your epilepsy. We’ll tailor your policy to suit your needs, which leaves you free to enjoy your trip with full peace of mind
At AllClear, we can cover: All medical conditions. All ages. All destinations. 98% of our customers would recommend us to family and friends, so you’re in good hands2.
What cover does AllClear’s Epilepsy Travel Insurance provide?
What’s covered?
- Medical cover: AllClear policies include emergency medical cover, as well as medical costs for existing conditions. This includes prescription medication, such as your epilim or depakote, medical emergencies and medical equipment.
- Cancellation and curtailment: Cover for your flight and accommodation costs if you have to cancel before you go. We’ll also cover returning home early following an emergency.
- Your baggage: Protection against the cost of stolen, damaged or lost luggage and personal possessions. You can also choose to add extra cover for gadgets to your policy.
- Travel delays and missed departures: Delayed flight? We’ll compensate you for the time. We’ll also cover any resulting accommodation and transport costs.
- Personal liability: Cover for your legal expenses and any liability due if you accidentally injure someone. You also have cover if you damage their property while you’re away on holiday.
- All ages: We believe Travel Insurance should be available to as many people as possible. That’s why our policies have no upper age limit.
What’s not covered?
- Deciding not to travel: We do not provide any cover if you can travel but choose not to.
- Other regions: Your Heart Condition Travel Insurance won’t cover you if you travel outside your chosen region. You can contact us to upgrade your policy anytime.
- Claims below the value of excess: You’re not covered for claims that fall below the value of the excess stated in your policy
- Medical conditions you fail to declare: When you buy Travel Insurance, you need to provide us with an accurate medical history so we can give you the right cover. This is especially vital for senior travellers and those with long-term illnesses.
- Winter sports: We do not cover winter sports like skiing or snowboarding for anyone over 65.
For full details of what’s covered, please see your policy wording.
We tailor all our travel policies to your specific requirements. So, we offer three different policy levels: Gold, Gold Plus, and Platinum.
SWIPE TO COMPARE POLICIES
Gold |
Gold Plus |
Platinum |
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| Emergency medical expenses and Repatriation costs | Up to £10m | Up to £15m | Unlimited |
| Cancellation* and Curtailment | Up to £2k | Up to £15k | Up to £25k |
| Travel Delay | Up to £300 | Up to £1,500 | Up to £1,500 |
| Personal Belongings | Up to £2k | Up to £2.5k | Up to £5k |
| Personal liability | Up to £2m | Up to £2m | Up to £2m |
| Legal protection cover | Up to £50k | Up to £50k | Up to £100k |
* If you buy a policy which includes cancellation cover. / All these figures are per person and per trip.
What types of Epilepsy are covered by AllClear’s Travel Insurance?
Different forms of epilepsy can affect your travel plans in different ways. We cover all forms of epilepsy. Here’s how it might affect your plans.
- Absence Seizures: Brief, sudden lapses in awareness, often mistaken for daydreaming. They are generally mild and unlikely to affect travel plans. However, frequent seizures could lead to confusion in unfamiliar environments.
- Focal Seizures: These start in one brain area and cause different symptoms depending on location. Usually mild, but they could cause some issues when travelling. Especially frequent ones or those happening during risky activities (such as swimming or hiking).
- Generalised Tonic-Clonic Seizures: These cause full body stiffening and jerking, with a high risk of needing medical attention. These seizures could interrupt or even cancel your trip, especially if they come unexpectedly.
- Photosensitive Epilepsy: These are seizures triggered by flashing or flickering lights. Around 3% of people with epilepsy are photosensitive. This can be problematic in environments with flashing lights, such as nightclubs, theme parks, or even certain TV screens.
- Atonic Seizures: These cause sudden muscle weakness, leading to falls and possible injuries. Extra care and maybe even emergency help might be needed while travelling.
- Myoclonic Seizures: These are quick muscle jerks, usually mild. But many of them can make some activities difficult and might be a concern in crowded or busy places.
How to get Travel Insurance when you have Epilepsy
When you’re getting a quote for your Epilepsy Travel Insurance, you’ll need to complete a medical screening . As part of this process, we’ll ask you a few questions about your epilepsy. We might ask things like:
- What type of epilepsy do you have?
- When was the last time you had a seizure?
- How long do your seizures typically last?
- What medication are you currently taking?
Once you’ve supplied your answers, we’ll make sure you have access to the cover you need while away. It’s important to give us the most accurate information during this process so that we can support you best.
You must disclose all your pre-existing medical conditions during the medical screening. We can’t cover any costs related to medical issues that aren’t declared. If your medical history isn’t accurate, you may have to pay for unexpected medical costs.
AllClear’s Travel Insurance for Epilepsy with other pre-existing medical conditions
Having more than one medical condition is extremely common. 62% of people we surveyed have more than one pre-existing health condition3.
We specialise in providing Medical Travel Insurance. That means we’ll cover your trip for multiple pre-existing health conditions, as well as your epilepsy. Simply declare all conditions during the medical screening process. Then, we can create a Travel Insurance quote that works for you.
Our medical warranty defines a pre-existing condition as anything where you have:
- Been to a hospital, clinic, or GP surgery for medical treatment within the last two years. This also applies to remote consultations, either on the phone or through an app.
- Been placed on a waiting list, which might mean you’ll have to miss your trip.
- Been told you have a terminal illness.
Find the best Travel Insurance for your trip
Each holiday is different, and so are your needs. We tailor each quote to you. So what sort of holiday will you be having?
- Just one trip this year? Single Trip Travel Insurance is what you need, giving you up to 365 days of consecutive travel abroad.
- Taking a few trips? Our Annual Multi-trip Travel Insurance will save you time and money. Just a single policy will cover you for the entire year.
- Embarking on a cruise? Cruises have their own potential mishaps that will need cover. For example, cabin confinement and missed departures. With our Cruise Travel Insurance you sail with confidence.
- Hitting the slopes? Enjoy skiing, snowboarding and more. Our Winter Sports Travel Insurance protects you on and off the pistes.
- Doing a few European city breaks? Our European Travel Insurance will protect you no matter where you go across the continent.
- Going slightly further afield? Our Worldwide Travel Insurance covers you around the world.
How our Travel Insurance for Epilepsy works: A simple 3 step quote process
Getting a quote for Epilepsy Travel Insurance couldn’t be simpler. Here’s how it works.
1. Get a quote online or by phone.
The first step is to provide your personal details and information about your holiday plans. You can complete this over the phone with one of our team members or online.
2. Complete our simple medical screening process.
You must declare any medical conditions you have and medications you’re taking. This will allow us to provide the cover that best suits your needs.
3. Get your quote.
You can either proceed to buy or save your quote at this stage.
What our customers say
I have Epilepsy and have used AllClear...
“I have Epilepsy and have used AllClear Travel insurance a few times for foreign travel. The online application is straight forward and easy to follow. I will without doubt use them again for my next holiday abroad.”
– Bob K
– Date of experience: October 08, 2023
There’s a reason we’re the UK’s Most Trusted Travel Insurance Provider4. Here’s what our other customers have to say about us.
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Frequently asked questions on Epilepsy Travel Insurance
How much does Epilepsy Travel Insurance cost?
Like all Travel Insurance policies, many factors can affect the cost of Epilepsy Travel Insurance. These include:
- Your age
- Your medical history
- Your destination
- The length of your trip
Each of these will vary from person to person. That means the cost of each Epilepsy Travel Insurance policy will also vary for each individual.
Is epilepsy considered a pre-existing medical condition?
Yes, epilepsy is considered a pre-existing medical condition. Our medical warranty defines a pre-existing condition as anything where you have:
- Been to a hospital, clinic, or GP surgery for medical treatment within the last two years. This also applies to remote consultations, either on the phone or through an app.
- Been placed on a waiting list, which might mean you’ll have to miss your trip.
- Been told you have a terminal illness.
Do you have to declare epilepsy on my Travel Insurance?
Yes, you must declare your epilepsy during the medical screening process. It’s important to declare all pre-existing medical conditions when you buy your Travel Insurance policy. That way we can tailor your policy to you and make sure you have the cover you need.
Do you need to declare epilepsy if you no longer have seizures?
Yes, you still need to declare that you have epilepsy even if you no longer have seizures, if your condition fits within the medical warranty.
During the medical screening process, we will ask some follow-up questions about the severity of your condition. At this point, you can mention if you either no longer have seizures or haven’t had one for a long time.
Can you get Travel Insurance if your doctors have advised you not to travel?
No, you cannot get Travel Insurance if a doctor has advised you not to travel. You need to be ‘fit to travel.’
Not disclosing this information could mean the invalidation of your policy. Then, you won’t be able to make any claims during a medical emergency.
Is there an age limit for Epilepsy Travel Insurance?
Our Travel Insurance policies do not have upper age limits. The only exception is that we do not cover anyone over the age of 65 for winter sports.
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1 Based on completed quotes between January 2023 – December 2023.
2 Based on 780 responses, correct as of 16/01/2024.
3 Based on 4358 responses. AllClear Annual Survey, February 2024.
4 Based on Trustpilot reviews of all companies in the Travel Insurance Company category that have over 70,000 reviews as of January 2024.
