Repatriation allowance and family transportation allowance are additional benefits available in a group personal accident policy (GPA).
They refer to the benefits as given below:
Repatriation Allowance
GPA policies are generally applicable throughout the world, and as such in the case of death in any foreign location repatriation will be required. GPA policy may cover this expense up to a specified limit.
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This benefit is also called the ‘repatriation of mortal remains’ benefit in some GPA policies.
Family Transportation Allowance
Again, the majority of the workforce employed across the country is not native to that place. In the event of an accident, family members may have to travel to the city where the insured is hospitalized. This benefit allows the cost of such travel to be covered by insurer up to certain limits.
Family Members
Family, in this case, will involve the insured people:
- Legal spouse
- Children (biological, step or adopted),
- Parents,
- Parents-in-law,
- Legal guardian,
- Ward
Case: 1
After having a successful stint in India, R.K Construction spread its business abroad as well. Last year, the company got its first foreign project of constructing two warehouses in Malaysia. For a better understanding of the project, the company sent its civil engineer Rakesh Sharma to Malaysia. Unfortunately, on his third day, he met with an accident when a car hit him from behind when he was crossing the road.
R.K Construction was offering group personal accident insurance to all its employees. In the case of Rakesh, the insurance company paid both the medical and repatriation expenses.
- Medical Expenses= Soon after Rakesh was hit by the car; he was taken to a hospital by bystanders. With the help of an identity card that was there in his pocket, the hospital informed R.K Construction who later informed the insurer who agreed to pay all the medical expenses.
- Repatriation Expenses= As the accident injuries were severe, doctors could not able to save Rakesh who died after the fifth day of his accident. The insurer covered repatriation expenses,e., all the expenses that Rakesh’s family had to bear in bringing his body back to India.
Case: 2
It was a big achievement for Rahul Saran who was selected as a project head by his company, L.M Tech for his overseas project in Australia.
With full zeal, Rahul landed here in Australia, however, destiny had some different plans for him. As he had some leisure time available before reporting to the overseas office of L.M Tech, Rahul decided to utilize it for sightseeing.
When Rahul was busy clicking pictures of Sydney Harbour Bridge, a mini truck hit from behind. The onlookers called the police who took him to a hospital. The doctors conducted some tests and x-rays to find internal injuries and bleeding.
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He had one fracture in the arm, and three of his fingers were crushed under a truck. Rahul informed his employer back in India who promised to extend all financial support through the group personal accident insurance that L.M Tech had purchased for all its employees, including those who went abroad for official purposes.
Rahul’s parents got panicked when they came to know about his accident. His father decided to travel to Australia to be with Rahul who was hospitalized for the last 20 days. In this case, the group personal accident insurance policy helped in two ways=
- Medical Expenses= The group personal accident insurer paid hospitalization expenses incurred on the treatment of Rahul.
- Family Transportation Allowance= As Rahul’s father also traveled to Australia to stay with him; the insurer covered his traveling expenses as well. The insurer reimbursed the transport expenses incurred by his father for transportation by air.
It is necessary to note that if instead of the father, Rahul’s friend had traveled to Australia, the group personal accident insurer would not have covered the transportation expenses.
Written By-
Gunjan Saxena
MBA Insurance Management
With a robust background in the insurance industry, Gunjan is a seasoned professional who brings 10 years of expertise to group personal accident insurance. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a deep understanding of the intricacies and nuances of insurance products, particularly in personal accident coverage. Having worked closely with both individuals and businesses, she has gained valuable insights into the diverse needs and challenges faced by clients seeking insurance protection. Her experience encompasses designing tailored insurance solutions, providing expert advice, and guiding clients through the insurance process with confidence and clarity.
Through her articles, Gunjan aims to educate and inform readers about the importance of group personal accident insurance and the benefits it offers in safeguarding against unforeseen events.
