Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?

You might not need a separate, standalone policy if you're already covered with credit card travel insurance. This page includes information about these cards, currently unavailable on NerdWallet. The ...

Geoff Williams is a contributor to Buy Side. Updated February 27, 2025, 4:52 PM EST The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of the offers mentioned may have expired.

Credit card travel insurance covered my $1,500 worth of cancellation fees on a recent trip. Emergency evacuation is often covered, which could save you up to $200,000 if you need to be evacuated.

Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com for more info. Even veteran travelers can be thrown off course by a delayed flight, lost luggage or sudden illness. If ...