Why Travel Insurance Is Essential

Traveling to Israel can be an unforgettable experience—but even the healthiest travelers may face unexpected health issues or accidents. Travel insurance isn’t just a formality—it’s real protection against real costs.

Whether you’re visiting Tel Aviv for vacation, business, or family, a simple illness, a fall, or a flare-up of a chronic condition could lead to a sudden need for urgent care. Without travel insurance, these situations can be both medically and financially overwhelming.

Common Situations That Can Happen to Anyone:

• Food poisoning or gastroenteritis from unfamiliar cuisine

• Allergic reactions to insect bites (including mosquitoes or jellyfish)

• Heat stroke or dehydration – especially during Tel Aviv's hot summer months

• Minor accidents and falls – slipping on wet pavement, tripping on stairs, or bicycle accidents

• Fractures or sprains – common during hikes, scooter rides, or even just walking

• Appendicitis or other acute abdominal issues – requiring urgent imaging, hospitalization, and sometimes surgery

• Flare-ups of chronic illnesses – such as asthma attacks, migraines, diabetes complications, or cardiac symptoms

• Ear infections, sinusitis, or skin infections – which may seem minor but require fast treatment

Real Medical Costs in Tel Aviv Without Insurance:

• Family doctor visit (private): ₪700–₪1,200 (~$190–$330)

• Specialist consultation: ₪600–₪1,200

• Emergency room visit (no admission): ₪2,000–₪4,000

• Imaging (MRI or CT, private): ₪2,500–₪4,000

• One night of hospitalization (private): ₪5,000–₪10,000

• Lab tests (private): ₪400–₪1,000

• X-ray: ₪300–₪600

• Ambulance (private, one-way in Tel Aviv): ₪600–₪1,200

A short hospital stay due to something like appendicitis can easily cost over ₪25,000 ($7,000+) including ER, imaging, surgery, and recovery. Without insurance, that bill is yours.

Cost of Travel Insurance – and Why It’s Worth It

Most travel insurance plans cost between $1.50–$4.00 per day depending on age, coverage type, and destination. For a 10-day visit to Israel, a solid plan can cost as little as $20–$40.

That small amount can cover:

• Emergency doctor and hospital visits

• Medical evacuation or air ambulance

• Prescription medications

• COVID-19 quarantine or cancellation reimbursements

• Assistance with lost documents or valuables

Our clinic in Tel Aviv is here to support you if medical care is needed during your stay. Travel insurance allows you to focus on enjoying your trip while knowing you're protected if something goes wrong. It’s a simple step that can make a major difference.