Backed by AIG with strong global emergency assistance network.
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ClearValue Rating: 4.2 / 5 — our editorial assessment (how we rate)
Editorial confidence (30%), cost (25%), value (25%), accessibility (20%) — scored consistently across every product, independent of compensation.
International travelers who prioritize emergency medical + evacuation coverage.
Travel Guard (AIG) — Backed by AIG with strong global emergency assistance network. Best for: International travelers who prioritize emergency medical + evacuation coverage.. Compare it against alternatives before applying; the right fit depends on your situation, credit, and goals.
It's geared toward international travelers who prioritize emergency medical and evacuation coverage. The Deluxe tier carries medical-evacuation limits up to $1M, backed by AIG's assistance network in 200+ countries.
Travel Guard offers three plan tiers — Essential, Preferred, and Deluxe — so you can match coverage and cost to the trip. Higher tiers carry broader coverage and limits, including the up-to-$1M medical evacuation on Deluxe.
Travel Guard offers a pre-existing-condition waiver if the plan is purchased within 15 days of your initial trip deposit. Confirm the exact eligibility terms and timing directly with the insurer before you buy.
Travel Guard is underwritten by AIG, which holds an AM Best rating of A (Excellent financial strength). It also runs a 24/7 multi-language emergency-assistance hotline for travelers abroad.
You apply and get a quote directly on AIG's Travel Guard site (travelguard.com). ClearValue is an independent information platform — not the insurer — so final pricing, coverage, and add-ons like adventure-activity or rental-car damage are confirmed at Travel Guard.
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