Southern Cross Travel Insurance Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Evaluating 754 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently appreciate the affordable pricing, competitive rates, and the exceptionally clear online booking system that makes arranging travel coverage very simple before departure. Travelers frequently mention that the support team provides prompt assistance and handles medical or trip claims efficiently when unexpected situations occur abroad. Some reviewers were not happy with the claim process, noting that communication can sometimes be slow and initial requests for documentation lack transparency. A few consumers also reported waiting several weeks for status updates or final payouts after submitting their required paperwork and receipts.

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Claim

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with claim processes, often reporting a divide in service... See more

Service

Customers had positive experiences with service, highlighting outstanding support and complete peace of mind... See more

Price

Reviewers mention positive feedback about price, highlighting affordable and competitive rates compared to... See more

User experience

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Value for money

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What outstanding service. I had to cancel an overseas trip due to illness and SCTI paid out my claim in full and within a few days of my submission. I can’t recommend them highly enough and their prem... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent communication before and after our travel. Southern Cross gave us peace of mind. I had a fall that required hospital treatment. On our return I made a claim which was handled very well wi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a good holiday and didn’t need to worry about insurance. Going through the online system produced a quote which initially very expensive. I phoned them though and found I’d selected a bunch of s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The bad news was that we had to make a claim post our Fiji boat charter. The good news was that Southern Cross provided an exceptional service in responding to this claim: - the process itself was... See more

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Company details

  1. Travel Insurance Company
  2. Insurance Company

About Southern Cross Travel Insurance

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We offer travel insurance that suits how you want to travel


We know how important it is to make sure you have the right type - and level - of cover, so we have different travel insurance policies to suit different types of travel, and the ability to personalise your cover to suit you with our optional add-ons. Whether you’re heading to Fiji for some R&R, London for an OE or Queenstown to hit the slopes, we’re with you.

Single trip travel insurance

Our award-winning single trip policy provides comprehensive cover for your international holidays! Learn more

Multi trip travel insurance

If you're planning on taking several trips overseas a year, our annual policy might be a more cost (and time) effective choice for you. Learn more

Medical only cover

Designed with the budget-conscious traveller in mind. This policy provides essential medical cover for your overseas adventures. Learn more

Kiwi adventures

Designed for trips taken within NZ, this policy covers you for unexpected events like cancellations, rental vehicle excess and more! Learn more

Cover for your big OE

Quality protection designed for New Zealand travellers planning to live or work overseas. Learn more

Studying in New Zealand

Comprehensive cover for international visitors while they're living and studying here in New Zealand Learn more

Non-resident cover

This policy is designed for international visitors coming to New Zealand to holiday, to live or for work. Learn more

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Trusted by travellers

Trusted by over 6 million travellers on their adventures worldwide+

Trusted by over 6 million travellers on their adventures worldwide+
+Based upon the total number of travellers we have insured across the markets where we operate for all our travel insurance products from January 1995 to June 2024.

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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Southern Cross made buying travel…

Southern Cross made buying travel insurance easy and it was affordable. We are lucky we never needed to claim. Was really good getting offers from them leading up to our trip - in particular discounted roaming eSIM options. Definitely cheaper than roaming on our mobile plan.

August 3, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so happy to hear we made your travel insurance purchase easy and affordable! We're also glad our discounted roaming eSIM options were beneficial for your trip. Thank you for your wonderful feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy sign up and peace of mind.

Easy sign up and peace of mind.

August 9, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear that you found our sign-up process easy and that we could provide you with peace of mind. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to apply for travel…

It was very easy to apply for travel insurance and know that we were covered comprehensively for our trip.
There has been follow up on our return.

August 6, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear our travel insurance application process was easy and provided comprehensive coverage for your trip. We appreciate your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never EVER travel without insurance

Never EVER travel without insurance
I always buy my kids a policy
We have been saved twice by insurance

Southrrn cross are easy to use

August 7, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear that our services have provided such peace of mind for your family's travels. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Southern x travel insurance is easy to obtain.

Southern x travel insurance is easy to book and also if you have any questions they get back to you pretty quickly with an answer. Luckily we didnt need to claim this trip. I think the price of the policy is very competitive. We always check other options but end up using Southern x every time.

August 6, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear that our booking process is easy and that our team provides quick answers to your questions. It's wonderful to know you find our policy prices competitive and continue to choose us for your travel insurance needs. Thank you for your continued trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Application Ease

Didn’t need to use the Insurance but applying for it was easy when I had to disclose my husbands pre existing medical conditions.

August 6, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're glad to hear that the application process for our insurance was easy for you, even with pre-existing conditions. We appreciate your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was good to know that I was covered…

It was good to know that I was covered as it was my first time overseas

August 5, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad we could provide peace of mind on your first overseas trip. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was quick and easy and cost…

It was quick and easy and cost effective.

August 4, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're glad you found our service quick, easy, and cost-effective. We appreciate your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claim not accepted

Even thought my claim wasn’t accepted great communication and explanation

July 25, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're happy to hear our communication and explanation were helpful. Thank you for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy to recommend

Easy online process
competitive rates

August 3, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're delighted to hear that our online process was easy for you and that our rates were competitive. We appreciate your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No comments to make

August 4, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating. We are happy to see your positive feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Far better cover at a similar price

Price was comparable to other providers but offered much better cover.
No need to take extra cover on car hire as it was covered by this. Even covered some pre-existing conditions while travelling.

August 1, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear our comprehensive cover, including car hire and pre-existing conditions, met your travel needs perfectly. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Phew I didn’t need to use the travel…

I didn’t need to use the travel insurance luckily. Experience buying our family policy was easy. Never had an issue with Southern Cross Travel Insurance or Health Insurance.

July 1, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're so glad to hear your family's policy purchase was easy and that you've had consistently positive experiences with our insurance. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Fine Print & Delays (Never Assume or You will be Sad)

First time making a claim in all my years of using travel insurance and this definitely was sad. The claims process felt as though it was designed to wear you out. Even with nice sounding agents and assessors.

There was a lack of clarity and thoroughness in information required only to be asked weeks later to provide more details. These details clearly should have been required on their claims form but the lack of specificity appears more like a delay mechanism. (if an information is required then it should be stated).

The Documents (provider requested as part of claims process) were uploaded but these appeared to have not been carefully reviewed. Some of the details I was called two weeks later were on the documents provided but for some reason the claims processing system did not carefully read through and I was being asked about them two weeks later. Including being provided another form to complete.
One week after this exchange and three weeks I after lodged the claim I received an email that "We've completed the assessment of your claim and are pleased to advise that **** has been paid to the bank account you provided in your claim submission. Please note, the payment can take up to 3 working days to reach your account."

Two hours later, I was then sent another email saying that there is some fine print about vehicle size (perhaps based on old bus sizes) that the vehicle rented was out of specification (larger than the usual bus size covered).
I almost felt it was a case of looking for an excuse to deny claims.
Well, I was sent a link by SCTI to provide a feedback and this is my feedback.

July 13, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We appreciate you taking the time to share your detailed feedback regarding your recent claims experience. We are sorry to hear that your first claim with us was challenging and that you felt the process was designed to be difficult. We understand your frustration with the repeated requests for information and the feeling that documents you provided were not thoroughly reviewed. We understand that the subsequent communication about the vehicle size after an initial payment notification caused disappointment. We are always looking to improve our claims forms, document review procedures, and communication protocols. If you would like to discuss this more or enter our complaints process, please feel free to reach out to us at info@scti.co.nz. Take care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to set up

Easy to set up, and thankfully did not need to make any claims.

August 3, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're happy to hear that setting up was easy for you, and we're glad our services weren't needed for claims.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Eay to get online.

August 1, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're glad to hear that you found the online process easy. We always aim for a smooth experience for our customers.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable and simple

Purchased it for my partner and I’s Rarotonga trip. Easy to sort, didn’t need it thankfully but you can’t ask for an easier service. Cost is fantastic

August 1, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We are so glad our service provided peace of mind for your Rarotonga trip. We appreciate your kind words about our easy process and fantastic cost.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Was easy to access online for policy

Was easy to access online for policy. Price was compatable.

July 31, 2026
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Reply from Southern Cross Travel Insurance

We're happy to hear that accessing your policy online was easy and that our pricing was competitive. We appreciate your positive feedback!

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