Generali Global Assistance
Overall Rating 4.32 out of 5
Overall Rating 4.32 out of 5 4,728 Reviews Since 2004

  • Rating 5 out of 5
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    Review Received:
    December 11, 2023
    Valerie from CA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    The policy gave me peace of mind. I enjoyed my trip free of worries.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 12, 2023

    We are grateful for your review, Valerie. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and choosing to #TravelSmarter.

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  • Rating 3 out of 5
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    December 8, 2023
    Jerry from NM Verified Squaremouth Customer

    I have used SquareMouth for years and have had nothing but excellent experiences. My primary contact has been through the excellent web interface - the best of any site I've ever used. This is coming from a human factors psychologist who designs user interfaces professionally. I recommended it to a colleague who agreed that the web interface is exceedingly well designed.

    The only contact I had pre-departure with Generali was to call and inform them that we would be unable to travel and would be filing a claim. I called back later and asked more detailed questions ... spoke with an extremely helpful customer service agent. I have not yet filed the claim, as I needed to wait for more documentation from our travel provider. It will likely be more than 4 weeks before the claim is settled, but I'll be more than happy to review my experience with them at that point in time.

    Review Updated: 07/11/2024

    This was SUCH a frustrating experience!! The claim was filed 28 Dec 2023 and the final payment received 27 June 2024. I provided detailed documentation, including an explanatory letter, and always responded immediately and in detail to any questions or requests for further information. We did eventually receive our full reimbursement. The main problem was total lack of responsiveness. I would post information and messages to the e-portal and send emails or leave phone messages and never, ever receive a response. There was only a generic claims email … never got a personal email address for our claims adjuster or any indication that she had received emails. I or my husband would leave messages on her line and never get an acknowledgment or call-back. And we didn’t bombard her with calls or emails: there were a grand total of 6 messages in 6 months trying to check status and/or provide information. The only time we received any response was the 2-3 times my husband left a message with the claims adjuster’s supervisor. He never answered the phone or responded personally, but somehow magically within a couple of days something would happen to move things along. I used Generali once before, with a less complicated claim, and was satisfied with their responsiveness. Still, I will never again use them and would advise others against it, too.

    The one other comment/consideration we had was that, because cancelling our airline ticket automatically generated a credit, although it was hidden from us and both the airline and travel agent (who wrote a letter stating to Generali and the airline that it was issued through them and would not be re-used) assured us it shouldn’t be a problem, the claims adjuster insisted that we wait for the credit to expire. That was only one reason for the delay; the rest of the expenses were reimbursed on 10 May, after 4.5 months.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 12, 2023

    Thank you for the positive feedback, Jerry! If you need any assistance during the claim process, please feel free to contact us at 800-348-9505 or via email at customerservice@generalitravelinsurance.com and one of our dedicated customer service team members will be able to help.

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  • Rating 3 out of 5
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    December 8, 2023
    Elizabeth from CA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    Customer service was unfamiliar with coverage for travel to countries adjacent to a country where there is a war. They researched and said such travel was covered, but the unfamiliarity with the issue and lack of confidence displayed by the ciostimer service representative were not ressuring.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 8, 2023

    At Generali Travel Insurance, we take customer service very seriously. We have reviewed your case and are re-training the customer service rep that worked with you to improve. One of our dedicated team members will contact you to ensure all your coverage questions are answered. We appreciate your feedback and your business, Elizabeth.

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  • Rating 3 out of 5
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    December 8, 2023
    Anne from FL Verified Squaremouth Customer

    Generali closed my claim; we submitted correct forms to reopen claim. We received AI auto-generated email saying our request to update address and reopen claim was received. One month later, the claim remains closed. There is ZERO customer service because calls are answered solely by AI. No human service is available at any customer service site. We have been scammed!

    Review Updated: 01/05/2024

    Only after I posted negative reviews on several consumer sites, including SquareMouth, was I immediately contacted by a human claims representative who expedited my claim. Within a week, I received the medical reimbursement. Thank you, SquareMouth.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 8, 2023

    Thank you for your feedback, Anne. We are sorry to hear about your negative experience and the circumstances surrounding your claim as we take customer service and the claims review process very seriously. Our dedicated claims team is currently reviewing your case and will respond with additional information regarding a determination. If you have additional questions or concerns in the meantime, please reach out to us at (800) 348-9505 or via email at customerservice@generalitravelinsurance.com.

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  • Rating 5 out of 5
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    December 7, 2023
    Kelly from ME Verified Squaremouth Customer

    I was in Costa Rica with no phone and got sick. I contacted my partner in Maine (USA) via What's App, who called GGA about filing a claim (I had already gone to the local doctor a few days previously, and was about to go to the hospital as I wasn't improving) but apparently the claim needs to be denied by my own carrier first. My own carrier (Medicaid) would not accept a bill the doctor sent to me via email (I paid for the visit via credit card at the time of service) - apparently the doctor would have to submit a claim to Medicaid directly. But the doctors where I was didn't have international telephone calling plans nor speak English. My primary carrier wouldn't accept a copy of the bill, and because of this, they couldn't deny it in order for GGA to pay it.

    It was only $150... it would be nice if GGA could cover it but I don't know if it's worth the hassle of filing a claim.

    I flew home the day I was to go to the hospital - I didn't have confidence the insurance would work and didn't want to be stuck with a potentially several thousand hospital bill. Long day, but I'm home now and have medical care.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 8, 2023

    Thank you for your review, Kelly. We are sorry to hear about your travel woes. One of our dedicated customer service team members will contact you to help with any questions or concerns you may have about filing a claim. In the meantime, you can always contact us at 800-348-9505 or customerservice@generalitravelinsurance.com.

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  • Rating 4 out of 5
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    December 7, 2023
    Barbara from NC Verified Squaremouth Customer

    Great once I got in touch with questions. Hard to find a phone number

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 8, 2023

    Hello Barbara. We’re sorry that information was difficult to find. If you ever need to contact our dedicated customer service team, please call 800-348-9505 or email customerservice@generalitravelinsurance.com. Thank you for your review!

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  • Rating 4 out of 5
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    December 4, 2023
    Richard from WA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    Claim Pending.

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  • Rating 5 out of 5
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    December 4, 2023
    Veronica from CA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    Very professional and timely

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  • Rating 3 out of 5
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    December 4, 2023
    Camille from CA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    The phone service was terrible when trying to get phone assistance during my medical emergency. I felt lost and unsupported. In the end, my family and I scrambled to find the medical care that I urgently needed. I am not sure why the phone service was so bad, but communication via cell phone (in Mexico, Playa Del Carmen) was so bad that the person at Global Assistance could not understand what we were saying on the phone (probably not the employees fault, but it was still unhelpful).

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 4, 2023

    Thank you for your feedback, Camille. We are sorry that the phone line was not as clear as you would have liked. We will share your feedback with our IT team as an opportunity to improve. We have received your claim, and a dedicated claims rep will follow up with you once their review is completed or if more information is needed. Please feel free to reach out to us at 800-541-3522 or via email at claims@generalitravelinsurance.com with any additional questions or concerns.

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  • Rating 4 out of 5
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    Premium
    Review Received:
    December 3, 2023
    Maxim from MA Verified Squaremouth Customer

    All was good in my interaction with the 24-hour travel assistance service.
    But 1 thing that could be improved in today's technology time:
    they asked for my phone number in case our conversation was interrupted to call me back.
    I asked if they could use WhatsApp to call me since I'm using my USA phone and every direct phone call will cost additional money while WhatsApp conversation will cost nothing! This app today is available not only on smartphones but on regular computers as well.
    To my surprise, the answer was "no".
    I don't understand why such a modern and advanced company still solely relies on phone service only.

    Response From:
    Generali Global Assistance
    Generali Global Assistance:
    Samantha
    Response Received:
    December 4, 2023

    Hello Maxim. Thank you for your feedback. We will share it with our customer service team as we consider ways to improve our services.

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