Frequently asked questions
Why is a distinction made between rescue and evacuation?
Rescue involves a medical necessity, for example following a serious injury or illness. Evacuation means removing a person from a danger zone even though no medical treatment is required.
Evacuations without medical necessity are generally not covered. SOS144 Max provides a clearly limited exception for defined incidents on trekking tours, such as a mountain emergency caused by getting lost, taking a wrong route, becoming stranded or exhaustion.
Weitere Fragen zum Thema 'Rescue, recovery, evacuation and repatriation'
- What is the difference between search, recovery and rescue costs?
- Which means of rescue, such as an ambulance or rescue helicopter, are covered by SOS144?
- Are all organisations covered by the SOS144 insurance?
- Am I covered if I am stranded in the mountains but uninjured?
- Is repatriation to Switzerland covered?
- How is a repatriation organised?
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