Travel insurance on a working holiday visa to new zealand?

Question

Im going to New Zealand with my boyfriend in November and was wondering if anybody knew if we would need travel insurance as we are going on a working holiday visa and hoping to get a permenant visa eventually?

Thanks

Answer 1

Good to have a insurance.

You can compare and read here

http://www.VisitorsCoverage.com

Answer 2

It is usually not a requirement but some countries insist that you do have "Travel Insurance" that covers health.  It's wise to have it, in case your luggage goes missing, you get robbed or fall sick or have an accident.  So many things can go wrong!  However, I would never advise getting your insurance through a "Tour Operator" or "Travel Agent" as they overcharge and make big profit.  The same applies to "Supermarket" insurance.  It can be convenient but is expensive.  The cheapest insurance is through companies that are dedicated to "Travel Insurance" only.  You usually find them advertising in Underground Trains.