Overseas Lifestyle Assistance | Personalized Support
Personalized lifestyle help wherever your journey takes you
Overseas Lifestyle Assistance
Lifestyle Assistance Overseas is designed to make your international stay more comfortable,
convenient, and worry-free.
Whether you’re relocating, studying abroad, or on an extended trip,
we provide personalized support to help you adapt and thrive in a new environment.
Lifestyle Assistance is seamlessly accessible via Help@Shield, while opting Globetell Assistance
tab, so you always have the guidance you need—right when you need it, wherever life takes you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We have expert answers to help you travel safely.
- What is Overseas Travel Assistance and insurance? Why is it required?
- The Overseas Assistance Plan can reimburse expenses for pre-paid, non-refundable portions of a trip if there is a requirement to cancel or interrupt the trip for a covered reason. Medical expenses incurred overseas are costlier than similar ones in the local country. Hence it is advisable to protect oneself with travel assistance services. Moreover, Travel Insurance is mandatory when travelling to many countries, including Austria, Greece, Portugal, Spain, France, Germany, Belgium, Luxemburg, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
- Who can purchase Overseas Travel Assistance & Insurance?
- Any Indian citizen with a valid Indian passport can purchase overseas Travel Assistance & Insurance. Foreign passport holders can also avail of the service, provided they present a residential permit, OCI, PIO card and Indian Income Proof.
- Is there an age limit to be covered under Overseas Travel Assistance & Insurance?
- For details regarding age limits or age-specific plans, please contact our support team at customercare@trippersshield.com.
- Can I purchase Overseas Travel Assistance & Insurance if I'm travelling for more than 180 days?
- No, standard overseas travel assistance & insurance covers passengers for a period of up to 180 days from the date of inception of the policy. In case of a round trip, the coverage will end with the return journey to the originating airport or 180 days whichever is earlier. However, you can choose an Annual Multi-trip plan for extended multi-trip coverage throughout the year.
- Who would be the beneficiary of Overseas Travel Assistance & Insurance?
- Benefits will be paid to the insured person’s nominee or bona fide legal heir in the event of loss of life under the accidental death and dismemberment. All other benefits will be payable to the insured person.
- What are the travel assistance services that I’m entitled to avail?
- You receive 24x7 emergency medical & travel assistance, lifestyle assistance (pre-trip info, weather, dining referrals), family protection (medical assistance or home movers for families back home), and comprehensive global travel insurance benefits.
- In which countries are the overseas travel assistance and insurance recognized and accepted?
- Travel assistance and insurance are recognized and accepted all over the globe through our TPA partners, ensuring you get international support wherever you go.