Trip Cancellation vs. Cancel for Any Reason

Last updated on 03/28/2023

Cancel for Any Reason coverage offers travelers the most cancellation flexibility and is the only coverage option available to cover fear of travel. To view available plans that may have coverage for COVID-19, select the "Top Picks for COVID-19" filter under Plan Type during the quote process. You can further filter these results by selecting "Cancel for Any Reason" under coverages, if available. This benefit is time-sensitive and has other eligibility requirements, so not all travelers will qualify. Please be sure to read the plan details carefully before purchasing.

Link to Obtain Free Travel Insurance QuoteAt InsureMyTrip, we know the importance of expecting the unexpected when it comes to travel insurance. Lucky for you, and all of our travelers, there are two different benefits that will cover a cancelled trip: trip cancellation and Cancel for Any Reason

Trip Cancellation

You will find basic trip cancellation coverage in every comprehensive policy. This will extend coverage for the cancellation of a trip for specific unforeseen, covered reasons.

Commonly, travel insurance plans, including cruise insurance plans, will cover reasons such as:

  • The unexpected death, illness, or injury of you and/or a traveling companion that deems you unfit to travel, by order of a licensed physician
  • The hospitalization or death of a non-traveling family member
  • Weather or common carrier related issues (varies by policy)
  • Unforeseen natural disasters at home or the destination
  • A legal obligation, such as being called for jury duty or to appear as a witness in court

The details vary from provider to provider and with each plan. If you do need to cancel, you will be reimbursed 100% of the prepaid, non-refundable trip cost for which you are insured and can provide documentation. All of this coverage, is only if the trip is cancelled due to a specific, unforeseen covered reason.

Cancel for Any Reason

Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) is an optional travel insurance benefit available on some of the plans available with InsureMyTrip. Usually, this benefit is an additional charge on the plan, but it comes with extended coverage that you may find worthwhile.

Unlike basic trip cancellation coverage, the CFAR benefit has a few eligibility criteria:

  • Depending on the policy, only available within 10-21 days of initial trip payment
  • You MUST insure 100% of your pre-paid, non-refundable trip cost
  • Cancellation with the travel supplier must occur 48 or 72 hours before departure date, depending on the plan
  • Benefits may only cover between 50%-75% depending on the policy.

With CFAR, it doesn't matter why you have to cancel your trip – you just can. Often times, travelers will purchase CFAR coverage when traveling to a part of the world with civil or political unrest. This allows the traveler to cancel if uncomfortable with leaving for the trip - second thoughts, fear of safety or a bad omen appeared. Regardless the reason if you are outside 48 hours before your trip, you can cancel.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article serves as a general overview of benefits and should only be used for informational purposes. Refer to your individual certificate of insurance for specific coverages, exclusions and benefits. When in doubt, please contact one of our licensed agents for additional assistance.