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Learn about Compare Travel Insurance, our AFSL-licensed team, business model, and editorial standards.

About Compare Travel Insurance

Learn about Compare Travel Insurance, our team, business model, and editorial standards.

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What We Do

CompareTravelInsurance.com.au is Australia’s dedicated travel insurance comparison platform, helping Australians find the right policy quickly and confidently.

We compare quotes from multiple leading insurers in one place, giving you a clear, independent view of the market. And because we specialise exclusively in travel insurance – nothing else – our expertise runs deeper than any general comparison site.

Plus, our platform is free to use. We earn commissions from insurer partners only when you quote and purchase a policy. That commercial relationship never influences how policies are ranked or priced. Our mission is simple: remove the complexity from comparing travel insurance so every Australian can travel with confidence.

Our credentials

Why choose Compare Travel Insurance?

Australia's dedicated travel insurance comparison service.

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Our Team

Meet Our Team Of Experts

From the writers crafting our guides to the team picking up your calls, everyone at Compare Travel Insurance is certified to give Tier 1 or Tier 2 advice under ASIC regulations, and every one of them specialises exclusively in travel insurance.

 

That means the people behind our guides, reviews and comparisons are the same people calling insurers, scrutinising policy documents and reading thousands of customer reviews – all to make finding the right cover simpler and more transparent for you.

 

And, we’re proudly based in Sydney, Australia, so when you need help, you’ll talk to real, local experts who genuinely know their stuff.

How Our Business Works

No Hidden Fees

Comparing travel insurance through our platform is entirely free; no signup required, no charges for getting quotes, and no additional fees applied if you choose to purchase. You click through directly to buy on the insurer's website, and any commission we earn is paid by the insurer, not added to your premium. No insurer receives preferential treatment in exchange; commission amounts do not influence how quotes are ranked or displayed.

Full Disclosure

CompareTravelInsurance.com.au is owned and operated by CoverDirect Pty Ltd, which holds an Australian Financial Services Licence authorising us to provide general travel insurance advice and comparison services. CoverDirect has directors, shareholders and entities in common with 1Cover, Ski-Insurance and Zoom Travel Insurance. Policies from these brands are included on our platform but on the exact same basis as all other insurers. For full details, please refer to our Financial Services Guide.

Data Protection

We collect only the information required to deliver the services you request, including identity verification and, where relevant, notifying you of activity on your reviews. We may occasionally send relevant product or promotional updates, but we will never sell or share your personal data with third parties. Your information is held securely and used solely in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which travel insurance brands do you compare?

Our quoting engine includes policies from a wide range of Australian travel insurers, covering the major providers and a broad cross-section of the market. While we don't compare every insurer operating in Australia, our reviews section and specialist guides also feature additional brands that offer niche or specialised cover.

How do I get a travel insurance quote?

Getting a quote is straightforward. Simply enter your trip details into our online comparison tool and we'll return quotes from multiple insurers in seconds – at no cost and with no obligation to purchase.

How does the rating system work?

Our star ratings are determined entirely by customers, not our editorial team. Each rating reflects an aggregate of verified reviews submitted by real policyholders, based on their claims and service experiences. We apply no ranking or scoring of our own, and ratings are never influenced by commercial relationships with insurers.

Is your comparison tool free to use?

Yes! There is no cost to compare policies through our platform, and no fees are added if you choose to purchase. We are remunerated through commissions paid directly by insurer partners.

How do you handle conflicts of interest?

CoverDirect Pty Ltd, which operates this platform, has directors, shareholders and entities in common with 1Cover, Ski-Insurance and Zoom Travel Insurance. These brands appear in our quoting engine and research content on the same basis as all other insurers; they receive no preferential placement, ranking or recommendation. We are committed to independent, transparent comparison across every policy on our platform.

Why should I trust your recommendations?

We don't make recommendations – and that's intentional. Our role is to compare the market clearly and objectively so you can make an informed decision that suits your individual circumstances.

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