Travel Insurance for Melanoma
Had melanoma? Declare it in our quick online medical screening and we can consider cover for your trip.
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Get a QuoteWhat is melanoma?
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in the pigment-producing cells of the skin. It’s considered one of the more serious forms of skin cancer, due to its potential to spread to other parts of the body (metastasise). Melanoma can affect people in different ways depending on the stage of the cancer, whether there is a spread, or ongoing treatment. In the UK, around 150,000 people currently have melanoma.
It’s important that you discuss your melanoma with a doctor before travelling. They will need to be satisfied that you are fit to fly with melanoma and that it is being properly managed.
Going on holiday with melanoma can take a little extra planning, but if your condition is stable and you’ve spoken with your doctor, there’s often no reason you can’t still enjoy a holiday abroad.
Having the right travel insurance in place for melanoma can help to cover:
- Emergency medical treatment if your condition worsens during your trip
- Hospital stays and related medical expenses abroad
- Medical repatriation to the UK if further treatment is needed
- Cancellation costs if you have to cancel your trip for medical reasons
Travel advice for people with a cancerous condition like melanoma
- Discuss your travel plans with your specialist before travelling with melanoma
- Pack your melanoma medication and treatment supplies in your hand luggage
- Plan your itinerary so you have time to rest
- Check the availability of medical services at your destination
During the quote process, we will ask about any pre-existing medical conditions, including cancer diagnoses. Where it applies, make sure you declare your melanoma when you take out the policy. Please note that if you have melanoma, the nature of the condition can affect your ability to obtain travel insurance or the level of cover available.
Travel insurance is often still possible for people with melanoma. What we can offer depends on your diagnosis and how it is managed, and answering the medical declaration accurately helps us bring forward the right cover.
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* Please note that cover will vary depending on individual medical screenings.
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