Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 1. 2020 | Page 27

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL BENEFIT The International Travel Benefit offers Bonitas members cover for medical emergencies when they travel outside the borders of South Africa. Cover is provided for any trip not exceeding 90 days and is limited to R5 million per person. The benefit is managed by Europ Assistance SA and is underwritten by GENRIC Insurance Company Limited (FSP: 43638) an Authorised Financial Services Provider and registered short-term insurer, administered by Linkham Services SA (Pty) Ltd (FSP: 45396). Who does this benefit cover? How do I get access to this benefit? Bonitas members (excluding members on BonCap) who live in South Africa and have not spent more than six months abroad in the same year are entitled to this overseas benefit. What does this benefit cover? Call +27(0) 87 135 4795 or email [email protected] to activate your international travel cover when you are planning to travel out of the country. 2 1 You will receive your policy documents in 24 hours. Read the policy document carefully to ensure that you understand all the terms and conditions. 3 How do I get emergency assistance while I’m travelling? Europ Assistance SA has been appointed to provide emergency assistance. Emergency medical services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call +27(0) 11 991 8174 as soon as possible if you need assistance. Reverse call charges are accepted. DETAILS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL Call: 27(0) 87 135 4795 Email: [email protected] We pay claims for emergency medical and related expenses, to the medical services provider, while you and/or your dependant(s) are on an insured journey. • Emergency medical expenses • Medical evacuation and transport • Hospitalisation: Out-patient and in- patient treatment • Optical and dental expenses • Travel assist services: » Emergency telephone charges » Airport lounge access should your flight be delayed by more than 4 hours Cover is: • Provided for any trip not exceeding 90 days • Limited to R5 million per person up to a maximum of R10 million per family • Subject to certain exclusions (such as pre-existing conditions and certain sports activities)