Why do you need Travel Insurance for China?
In China, healthcare isn’t provided for free for UK citizens. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential in case you have an unexpected medical emergency while visiting. China Travel Insurance will give you peace of mind knowing you’re protected against extensive medical bills and cancellation costs.
It’s time that you travelled with the UK’s most trusted Travel Insurance provider1.
Comprehensive cover when travelling to China
Home to The Great Wall of China, The Temple of Heaven and The Grand Buddha of Leshan,China has a wealth of historical, architectural and cultural treasures.
Given how vast China is, it’s no surprise that health care varies greatly. Standards are inconsistent between rural areas and the big cities. It’s common for patients to be expected to make a deposit before receiving any medical treatment. In a medical emergency, you could be expected to pay between 3,000-7,000RMB (roughly £300-700) upfront.
On top of that, many western medications are unavailable. Should you need to be medically transported back to the UK, you could be looking at an additional £85,000 for the cost of repatriation.
Comprehensive travel insurance is vital if you want to visit China and avoid unexpected medical bills. Comprehensive travel insurance for China will also help protect you against cancellation costs. With one way flights to China costing around £495, your trip is not just a holiday; it’s an investment worth protecting.
How to choose the right level of cover for China
Unexpected bills can mount up when travelling. To protect yourself and your trip, look for high-quality cover which includes:
Emergency medical expenses – To ensure your policy remains valid, you must have declared all pre-existing medical conditions to be covered for medical emergencies while travelling.
Repatriation to the UK will enable you to receive emergency medical transport back to the UK without worrying about the cost incurred.
Cancellation and curtailment – if you have to cancel or cut short your trip, this will cover you for the costs.
Baggage and personal property – if you lose, damage or have your personal property stolen while on holiday, this will cover you for the cost.
At AllClear, we offer 5 Star Defaqto rated cover which includes:
- Coronavirus cover that has been rated ‘Superior’ by a leading independent UK consumer champion
- All pre-existing medical conditions considered
- No upper age limits
Enhanced Covid-19 Travel Insurance for China
30%2 of those we surveyed said they needed a break after lockdown to move and explore. If you need an adventure, China could be the ideal location for that once in a lifetime trip you’ve been dreaming of.
If you’re feeling inspired and hope to visit China – you’ll need China travel insurance that includes enhanced Covid cover.
Chris Rolland, CEO of AllClear Travel Insurance states that: “After the last 16-months of dealing with the pandemic, overseas holidays are far more important to the British public than ever before….At AllClear, we have comprehensive policies that will play a part in easing the stress of booking a long awaited summer break.”
Benefits of AllClear Cover
| Gold | Gold Plus | Platinum | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical expenses and Repatriation costs | Up to £10m | Up to £15m | Up to £15m | |
| Cancellation* and Curtailment | Up to £2k | Up to £15k | Up to £25k | |
| Extended cover | 30 days FREE | 30 days FREE | 30 days FREE | |
| Friend or relative to travel from your home area to stay with you if you fall ill with Covid-19 | Up to £2k | Up to £2k | Up to £2k | |
| Travel Delay | Up to £100 | Up to £350 | Up to £500 | |
| Recuperation stay | ||||
| Cost of return flight due to COVID-19 | ||||
| Personal Belongings | Up to £2k | Up to £2.5k | Up to £3k | |
| 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 | ||||
Planning and protecting your holiday abroad
Things to know before you go:- Remember to check the latest travel advice from the FCDO for your destination. You will have no cover if you choose to travel against FCDO advice, unless that advice relates specifically to Covid-19 (check our Covid FAQs for more details)
- Check any entry requirements and quarantine requirements for your chosen destination
- Choose a Travel Insurance policy that includes Covid-19 Cover
- For information on how Covid might affect your trip, visit our dedicated FAQs page
Join the UK’s most trusted Travel Insurance provider1
We hope you can join the 97%3 of our customers who rate us as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Great.’
Here’s an insight into their experience:
This is my third time using AllClear.
“This is my third time using AllClear. They are quick and straightforward to use. They are also competitive and will advise of the cheapest way to achieve your objectives. I spend a lot of time in China, and they advised me to extend my cover to cover both of two trips (of 5 months and 3 months, with the UK break in between). The marginal cost was minimal, making my second trip virtually insurance cost-free. They saved me money! I am 70 and diabetic(2) and take statins. A great find!” – Ian
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Simple 3 step quote process
1. Call us or click a quote button on our site
Once you are ready to start the quote process, the first step is to provide your personal details and information about your holiday plans.2. Complete our simple medical screening process
You then declare the medical conditions for you (and any other travellers) and answer the specifically designed medical questions.3. Get your quotes
You will then get your quotes and can either proceed to buy, or save your quote, at this stage.Frequently asked questions
Is it safe for you to travel to China right now?
Check the latest travel advice from the FCDO.
Do you need a visa to go to China?
If you’re visiting mainland China, as a UK citizen, you will need a Visa. However, it’s not necessary for trips to Hong Kong. If you’re travelling between Hong Kong and mainland China – you’ll need a visa. For details on how to apply for a visit, visit the FCDO website.
Which part of China should you visit?
With China covering 9.597 million km², it isn’t easy to pinpoint any one location to visit. Each part of China offers something new and exciting. Here are 5 of the most popular locations to visit: Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Guilin, Chengdu.
Author notes
Written by Lydia Crispin, M.A. Content Creator at AllClear
Edited by Letitia Smith, M.Sc. Content Manager at AllClear
2 Based on research carried out on behalf of AllClear Travel. The sample size was 2,016 adults (nationally representative).
3 Based on 177 AllClear customers surveyed in April 2021
[1] Based on Trustpilot reviews of all companies in the Travel Insurance Company category that have over 25,000 reviews as of May 2021.
