Epilepsy Travel Insurance

Enjoy your trip with peace of mind with Epilepsy Travel Insurance from AllClear. With up to unlimited medical emergency expenses cover.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
• 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.

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.

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.