TINZ Travel Insurance Reviews

TINZ want you to enjoy the ride without the worry - because life’s a trip. They have three different levels of cover to choose from to suit your trip, plus they cover for terrorism, high value items, winter sports, cruises and much more. Policies are available to those of any age. Dependents under 21 years of age travel for free. 24/7 emergency assistance no matter where you are in the world. Underwritten by HDI Global Specialty SE - New Zealand.

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Peace of mind

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Hazel Webster on 10 March 2020, 17:48 PM

Once again I had no reason to claim but peace of mind that I had cover just in case. Read more

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Great Holiday

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Dianne Leonard on 10 March 2020, 17:47 PM

We had a wonderful holiday as we knew we were covered for any mishap should it happen. Certainly reco... Read more

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Applying for a Policy

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Rodney Penney on 10 March 2020, 17:47 PM

Really very easier to do. My travel friends also used this service as it had a alpine skiing cover fo... Read more

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Easy and cost effective.

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Anthony O'Sullivan on 06 March 2020, 16:05 PM

I was traveling to the snow for a week and also riding horses for a week. TINZ offered the easiest an... Read more

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Very cost-effective travel insurance with higher Rental Excess Cover than others

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Peter Bunkall on 06 March 2020, 16:05 PM

We chose this Travel Insurance when we encountered a Rental Company with a $A4,000 Excess. This was m... Read more

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Very helpful customer service

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Bryce Franklin on 06 March 2020, 16:05 PM

We had to extend our travel insurance policy multiple times, and it was an easy process, thanks to TI... Read more

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Easy to procure at reasonable price for Myanmar

| | 1 comment Reviewed by John Galambos on 06 March 2020, 16:04 PM

Airline changed homeward flight, brought it forward 17hrs on same day meaning a long layover, 19hrs, ... Read more

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Easy to arrange

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Carolyn Summers on 06 March 2020, 16:04 PM

I didn't need to make a claim but it was great to get insurance so quickly online with all the co... Read more

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Recommended.

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Dorothy Wilson on 06 March 2020, 16:03 PM

I always find the TiNZ website easy to deal with and feels good value for money. Although I have not ... Read more

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Travel isurance with ease

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Gladys Munn on 17 February 2020, 20:45 PM

Before I travelled on a solo trip to Peru on a family emergency, i was filling out the form online, w... Read more

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Helped prevent an overwhelming situation

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Danny Kursteiner on 17 February 2020, 20:45 PM

Became sick in Brisbane & was refused entry on my scheduled flight home to Auckland. Airline wasn... Read more

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Great price and communication

| | 1 comment Reviewed by Clive Preston-Thomas on 17 February 2020, 20:44 PM

We had domestic travel insurance mainly for the rental car excess cover. This travel insurance was mu... Read more

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TINZ FAQ

How many people can I include in my policy?

The more the merrier right? TINZ insures groups of up to 25. That means more fun for less hassle.

Am I covered if I go on a cruise?

Yes, you don’t even need to pick a cruise specific policy. Here’s a top tip: Even if you’re travelling in New Zealand waters you still need to pick Pacific as you're not covered by your usual health insurance when you're out at sea even if you are still technically in NZ.

Am I covered for skiing and my equipment?

Yes if you purchase a ski policy cover. TINZ will cover $1,500 worth of skiing equipment. Dare devils can even ski off piste (within resort boundaries).

Can I pay to reduce or cancel my excess?

Yes, at payment time you can pay to double your excess which decreases the cost of your premium. 

What additional extras are there?

Along with comprehensive cover for your electronics and personal belongings, additional cover can be purchased for specified items up to a total amount of $5,000.

Am I covered if my tour company collapses?

No, TINZ doesn’t provide protection from insolvency.

I'm not an New Zealand resident- can I buy cover?

No, policies are only available to New Zealand residents.

What size moped or motorbike am I covered to ride overseas?

TINZ will cover you for any engine size you ride as long as you’re insured to do so in Nez Zealand. Just make sure you get your International Drivers Permit (IDP) before you leave!

How long is their single trip cover for?

You can purchase a single policy up to 18 months in duration.

Can I extend my policy?

Having too much fun? No problems! You can extend your policy. Just give them a call on 0800 699 070 within New Zealand or +(64) 9 913 2361 from overseas.

Do they cover for my rental vehicle excess?

With TINZ you can rent a car without stressing about the possibility of any potential damages. TINZ includes a $6,000 rental vehicle excess cover as standard on our Comprehensive and Comprehensive Plus plans, saving you on exorbitant insurance excess fees when you hire a car.

Who underwrites them?

TINZ travel insurance policies are underwritten by certain underwriters at Lloyd's (insurer). As a Coverholder of Lloyds, TINZ issues and manages the policies as an authorised representative of Coffre-Fort Pty Limited ABN 66 125 358 518, AFS Licence No. 472457.

Where are they based?

Auckland!

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