How Do You File A Trip Cancellation Insurance Claim?
If you’re set to leave on a vacation but you or someone in your family falls ill at the last moment, you’re probably canceling your vacation. Chances are, too, that you already paid for all or most of your trip. Many people cover the loss of these expenses by purchasing trip cancellation insurance. If you’re one of these people and you’re canceling your trip, here’s how to file a claim. Contact the insurance company holding the trip cancellation insurance policy and request a claim form. You can call and have a form mailed or, in most cases, you can download a claim form on the company’s website. Prepare receipts and itemized bills for all expenses you’ve already paid for the trip. Your insurance company requests these items along with your claim form so it can determine the amount that you receive back. Attach documentation showing the reason for the trip cancellation. If the cancellation is due to an illness or injury, include copies of hospital or doctor’s bills. If the trip is canc