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Water Polo Travel Insurance

Cover for amateur water polo and related injuries

Access to 24/7 emergency medical support

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Over 100 activities included at no extra cost on Direct Travel policies.

What is water polo?

Water polo is a team sport played in a swimming pool, with players passing a ball and attempting to score in the opposing team’s goal. It combines swimming, ball skills, stamina and physical contact between players.

Can I get travel insurance for water polo?

Yes, policies that cover amateur water polo can be available through Direct Travel.

Add water polo when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Amateur training and competition can be covered during a wider trip, but water polo must not be the main purpose of your journey.

Amateur water polo players competing in a swimming pool

Water polo top tips:

  • Add water polo when getting your quote
  • Check that it appears on your policy documents
  • Cover is limited to amateur participation
  • Water polo must not be the main purpose of your trip
  • Follow the coach, referee, and venue’s safety rules

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What can travel insurance help with?

If you’re injured while taking part in insured amateur water polo, emergency medical expenses, and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.

Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, and other travel-related problems. Travel insurance does not cover loss of earnings, missed appearance fees, or other costs associated with professional participation. Check the applicable Policy Wording.

Water Polo FAQs

Can amateur water polo training be covered?

Yes, amateur training can be covered when water polo appears on your policy documents. Follow the coach’s instructions and the venue’s safety rules.


Can a friendly water polo match be covered?

Yes, an amateur recreational match can be covered when it takes place during a wider trip and water polo appears on your policy documents.


Can I take part in an amateur water polo competition?

Amateur competition can be covered during a wider trip. The competition must not be the main purpose of your journey, and water polo must appear on your policy documents.


Can a water polo tournament be the main purpose of my trip?

No. Cover is not available where a water polo tournament, match or training camp is the main purpose of the trip.


Is professional water polo covered?

No. Professional, paid, sponsored or contracted participation is not covered. Cover is limited to amateur water polo.


Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?

Emergency medical expenses can be covered if water polo appears on your policy documents, you are participating as an amateur and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.


Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?

Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.


Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.

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