Finder makes money from featured partners, but editorial opinions are our own.

Apia Travel Insurance

Our verdict: ApiaTravel Insurance is no longer available, but there are plenty of alternatives to choose from instead.

No reviews yet. Write a review
Nicola Middlemiss's headshot

By

Nicola Middlemiss

Updated

Fact checked
Apia

Important Information

Apia Travel Insurance is currently unavailable. You can use the tools below to search for a different travel insurance policy.

Request travel insurance quotes and compare policies

Enter your details below to see quotes from a range of travel insurers and compare benefits.

Add kids under the age of 1 by typing a “0” 0 traveller(s)

By submitting this form, you agree to our Privacy & Cookies Policy and Terms of Service

Who is Apia?

Apia is an Australian insurance company aimed specifically at people over 50. It offers a broad range of insurance products, including car and vehicle, home and property, CTP, health, and funeral insurance.

Apia is part of the Suncorp Group. It previously offered travel insurance but confirmed it would no longer do so in February 2021.

When did Apia stop offering travel insurance?

Apia announced it would be permanently ending its travel insurance offering in February 2021.

Why did Apia stop offering travel insurance?

In 2021, Suncorp Group, the parent company of Apia, confirmed it was permanently stopping travel insurance across all brands.

"Suncorp Group announced we would permanently cease underwriting travel insurance under all brands in February 2021," a Suncorp representative told Finder. "This was part of our efforts to simplify our operations."

Frequently asked questions

See travel insurance quotes and compare policies

Compare other products from APIA

Nicola Middlemiss's headshot
Senior writer

Nicola Middlemiss is a contributing writer at Finder, with a special interest in personal finance and insurance. Formerly a business and finance journalist, Nicola has written thousands of articles helping Australians better understand insurance and grow their personal wealth. She has contributed to a wide range of publications, including Domain, the Educator, Financy, Fundraising and Philanthropy, Insurance Business, MoneyMag, Mortgage Professional, Yahoo Finance, Your Investment Property, and Wealth Professional. Nicola has a Tier 1 General Insurance (General Advice) certification and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Leeds. See full bio

Nicola's expertise
Nicola has written 232 Finder guides across topics including:
  • Personal finance
  • Personal insurance, including car, health, home, life, pet and travel insurance
  • Commercial business insurance
More resources on Finder

More guides on Finder

Ask a question

You are about to post a question on finder.com.au:

  • Do not enter personal information (eg. surname, phone number, bank details) as your question will be made public
  • finder.com.au is a financial comparison and information service, not a bank or product provider
  • We cannot provide you with personal advice or recommendations
  • Your answer might already be waiting – check previous questions below to see if yours has already been asked

Finder only provides general advice and factual information, so consider your own circumstances, or seek advice before you decide to act on our content. By submitting a question, you're accepting our Terms Of Service and Finder Group Privacy & Cookies Policy.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

39 Responses

    Default Gravatar
    EricaAugust 11, 2017

    I will be taking a 14-day cruise around New Zealand in January 2018. I am 73 years of age. I am an Apia customer regarding other insurances – how much would the premium be for me and should I take it now?

      Default Gravatar
      LiezlAugust 11, 2017

      Hi Erica,

      Thanks for your question.

      If you wish to check your options and how much it would cost you, I highly recommend you check our cruise travel insurance guide.

      There’s a list of cruise travel insurance brands on that page conveniently compared for you. Aside from that, you’ll find a table on the same page, which you can fill out to instantly get a quote.

      If you wish to get a quote from Apia, you may also get in touch with them directly.

      I hope this helps.

      Cheers,
      Liezl

    Default Gravatar
    FlorianoMay 1, 2017

    How much is a basic cover to Italy from September 2nd to September 28, for my husband and I. 24 years ago he suffered with angina and had quadruple bypass. His doctor has clear him of any problem. Now his 78 years old and I will be 76 in June. I have no health problems.

      AvatarFinder
      ZubairMay 1, 2017Finder

      Hi Floriano,

      Thank you for your question. You have contacted finder.com.au, a comparison and information service and not actually Apia Travel Insurance.

      Pre-existing conditions are assessed on a case-by-case basis. You may find our travel insurance for heart article helpful. Apia Travel Insurance is not currently one of the brands in our panel of travel insurers so you will need to contact them directly. If you would like to receive a quote from the brands in our panel, please head to the travel insurance home page.

      All the best,
      Zubair

    Default Gravatar
    JackieApril 5, 2017

    How much is basic cover to go to England from July 7 th to Sep 2 nd 2017. I am 77

      AvatarFinder
      ZubairApril 7, 2017Finder

      Hi Jackie,

      Thank you for your question.

      You have contacted finder.com.au, a comparison and information service and not actually Apia Travel Insurance.

      Apia Travel Insurance is not currently one of the brands in our panel of travel insurers so you will need to contact them directly. If you would like to compare policies from the travel insurance brands in our panel, please enter your travel details into the quote comparison tool.

      All the best,
      Zubair

    Default Gravatar
    BernadetteFebruary 28, 2017

    Does this cover rental vehicle excess

      AvatarFinder
      ZubairMarch 1, 2017Finder

      Hi Bernadette,

      Thank you for your question.

      You have contacted finder.com.au and not actually APIA Travel Insurance, finder.com.au is a comparison and information service and don’t represent any insurance brand listed on our website.

      According to APIA’s PDS there is no mention of any cover for rental excess insurance so you will need to contact APIA directly to check if they provide cover for rental vehicle excess

      If you would like to compare policies with rental vehicle excess option from the travel insurance brands in our panel, please enter your travel details into the comparison form.

      Cheers,
      Zubair

    Default Gravatar
    WilliamFebruary 21, 2017

    I am travelling to the United Kingdom, do these policies cover rental cars

      AvatarFinder
      ZubairFebruary 22, 2017Finder

      Hi William,

      Thank you for your question.

      You have contacted finder.com.au and not actually Apia Travel Insurance, finder.com.au is a comparison and information service and doesn’t represent any insurance brand listed on our website.

      Apia Travel Insurance is not currently one of the brands in our panel of travel insurers so you will need to contact them directly. If you would like to compare travel insurance brands in our panel, please head to our page where you will find travel insurance with car hire excess cover.

      Open that page and you should find a table of insurance brands. Compare them based on various details select the “Get Quote” button to know more about their rates and other features.

      Cheers,
      Zubair

Go to site