Back
Practical guideOctober 10, 20263 min read

Insurance words that matter before you pay

The same headline insured sum can hide very different rules. These short explanations help you read the actual policy; the insurer's definitions in that document control the claim.

What you need to know

Reviewed against the primary sources linked below

For entry-related questions, the issued insurance policy is the controlling document for exact coverage, limits, dates, exclusions, and insurer terms.

01
Chapter 1

Insured sum and sublimit

The insured sum is the policy's overall maximum for covered events under its terms. A sublimit is a smaller ceiling for a particular service, such as dental care or transport. Georgia's visitor-entry rule sets a minimum insured sum of 30,000 GEL, not a guarantee that each service has that limit.

02
Chapter 2

Deductible and co-payment

A deductible is an amount borne by the insured before or as part of a covered claim. A co-payment is the insured's share of a covered service. Check whether each applies per claim, visit or service in your plan.

03
Chapter 3

Exclusion, waiting period and assistance

An exclusion is a situation the policy does not cover. A waiting period delays specified benefits after the policy begins. Assistance is the insurer's contact for arranging help and confirming the claim process. Keep that number with your PDF.

Next step

Compare travel plans

For entry-related questions, the issued insurance policy is the controlling document for exact coverage, limits, dates, exclusions, and insurer terms.

Questions answered clearly

FAQ

01Does an issued policy start covering me immediately?+
Not necessarily. Check its exact start date and time and any waiting periods.
02Is the sales card enough to know the terms?+
No. Read the issued policy and insurer's conditions for limits, exclusions and payment steps.

Related guides

Source checked

Primary sources

Last reviewed: October 10, 2026. For entry-related questions, the issued insurance policy is the controlling document for exact coverage, limits, dates, exclusions, and insurer terms.

See travel plans