With a long history of civil unrest in Ivory Coast, insurance covering health, life, personal accident and property is essential for anyone visiting the country. There is a threat from widespread violence, lawlessness and an increasing incidence of infectious disease. Standard insurance policies may not provide adequate cover and specialist Ivory Coast insurance is strongly advised.

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Latest Advice from the FCO

Latest Advice from the FCO

  • The FCO advice is against ALL BUT ESSENTIAL travel to the Ivory Coast
  • There is a high threat of widespread instability and violence
  • There remains a risk of retaliatory attacks, particularly against Western nationals

Latest FCO Advice

Before You Travel - Ivory Coast Insurance

Bellwood Prestbury has the experience and expertise to arrange robust Ivory Coast insurance that will provide cover no matter how the situation develops. Whether you want to protect your business, your people or your property we can put together a policy that meets your needs.

  • Global life and accident insurance – this will provide a lump sum in the event of your death, or pay compensation should you suffer injury as the result of an accident or violent crime
  • Kidnap insurance – pays the cost of experts negotiating with kidnappers and reimburses the ransom
  • Emergency medical evacuation insurance – Ivory Coast healthcare facilities are poor and this type of cover is strongly advised
  • International liability insurance – this protects your property should it be damaged by acts of war or terrorism, and protects your business should employees or the public claim to be adversely affected by your activities

What Risks Might You Encounter?

Ivory Coast has experienced over a decade of civil unrest, rent by divisions between the mainly Muslim north with the mainly Christian south. The threat of violence across the country is high, whether it is related to politics or crime.

A large number of weapons are in circulation, and armed break-ins and car jackings are not uncommon. As well provision for life, personal accident and property cover, Ivory Coast insurance should also factor in the risk of kidnap.

Years of conflict have taken their toll on the country’s infrastructure and healthcare system and it falls well below western standards, even in the main urban centres. Cases of cholera, yellow fever and measles have been reported with increasing frequency. Medical insurance in the Ivory Coast should be comprehensive and always include Medical Emergency and Evacuation cover.

Talk to the Experts

Bellwood Prestbury can ensure that you have the right Ivory Coast insurance for yourself, your employees or your business:

+ 44 (0) 1242 584 558

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