Exceptional value for money - all of my medical conditions covered where others companies would not insure.

Comprehensive travel insurance for all kinds of blood disorders

If you're living with a blood disorder you may have found it difficult to get travel insurance at a reasonable price. Some insurers may have even refused to cover you altogether. We're different. We offer travellers with HIV, diabetes, haemophilia and several other blood disorders travel insurance that's comprehensive and priced fairly.

Getting a quote is easy. With our online medical screening, you could have everything arranged in less than five minutes. We just need a little information on your medical history so we can make sure your policy is right for you. Alternatively, call us on 0345 90 80 161 to speak to one of our highly-trained advisors about your condition and find out more about our cover. There's more information about insuring specific blood conditions below.

"My 3rd time using World First"

"This will be the 3rd time I have used World First for my travel insurance with declared conditions. Using their website is easy and straight forward and the general cost as well as excess for the declared conditions are extremely good. I would and have recommended World First to anyone."

Robert, Confirmed Purchaser (February 2018)

Diabetes travel insurance from the experts

Diabetes is a common condition. So why should people living with it have to struggle to find appropriate travel insurance? Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, we're happy to offer the comprehensive travel insurance required for peace of mind and a happy holiday. Up to £10 million worth of medical cover ensures you'll be covered for unexpected medical treatment as well as the loss of medication. You'll have 24-hour access to an emergency medical assistance team too, no matter where you are in the world. It's all part of the service.

HIV
travel insurance

We were the first travel insurer in the UK to develop a policy that enabled people living with HIV to travel. It's something we're very proud of. We'll cover any conditions related to your HIV too, such as hepatitis and haemophilia. With over 20 years of experience, our highly trained in-house team will make sure your policy includes everything you need for your travels.

High blood pressure
travel insurance

Living with high blood pressure or hypertension is no reason to give up on your travel ambitions. We can arrange the medical cover required for a peaceful, hassle-free holiday. Cover for up to £5 million worth of medical expenses and access to 24 hour emergency medical assistance are just two of the policy features. Our policies also include optional cover for associated conditions such as high cholesterol and diabetes.

Deep vein thrombosis travel insurance

Every single day we insure travellers who list DVT in their medical history. They come to us because of our medical travel insurance credentials and the fact that we don't charge any more than necessary for high quality medical cover.

Diabetes insipidus travel insurance

Our confidential online medical screening means you can get the medical travel cover you need for diabetes insipidus in a matter of minutes. And it costs less than you might think.

Thyroid conditions travel insurance

Thyroid conditions can be complex. But arranging your travel insurance needn't be. Our trained advisors have specialist knowledge of travelling with thyroid conditions such as hyperthyroidism and thyroid nodules and will be happy to talk through the benefits of our policies with you.

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