Losing your ID far from home: what can insurance help with?

Losing your wallet or ID while in a distant province can upend an entire trip. Some insurance plans have a benefit for this situation.

The benefit usually includes support for reissuing documents or advice on the necessary procedures. Payout and conditions vary by plan.

The immediate step is to report to the local authorities to obtain a report. This report helps reissue documents and serves as claim evidence.

Before traveling, photograph important documents and store them separately. A backup copy helps you cope more easily if you lose the original.