16 November 2023 • Catia Folgore
Kidnappings are on the increase: here’s what you need to know
In this article, Catia Folgore, Kidnap and Ransom product champion at iTOO, chats to a consultant that has private sector...
Why get kidnap and ransom insurance with iTOO?
Crime is changing worldwide, especially in regions like Latin America, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Africa. Expatriates and their families may face significant dangers when travelling to these areas.
As businesses expand globally, our Kidnap and Ransom insurance offers protection for your company, family, and employees—both physically and financially—in the event of such incidents.
With expertise gained from handling more than 1,900 cases across 82 countries, including over 35 cases in South Africa, our specialists are equipped to manage the most intricate situations.
Our comprehensive offer
What's included?
Our Kidnap and Ransom policy covers you for more than 20 events related to kidnapping and ransom, ensuring the physical and financial safety of you, your business and your employees.
1900 cases handled in 82 countries
Clever insurance for clever people
An expert at your side when you need one most. No matter where you are.
How to get cover
Ask your insurance broker to contact us for a quote for your kidnapping and ransom cover. Don’t have a broker and want us to recommend possible FAIS registered brokers trained in our products? Find a broker or contact one of our experts.
Forms and documents
To ensure we can provide you with the very best terms, we’ll need a fully completed proposal form from you. Once we receive it, one of our specialists will customise a kidnap and ransom insurance solution specific to your needs and risks.
Corporate Kidnap & Ransom
For companies operating internationally and in unstable regions. Overseas employees, business travelers, expatriates and their families can be exposed to high risks varying by country.
Family Kidnap & Ransom
For families travelling internationally or to unstable regions and those living in high risk countries.
PVT
Multinationals and companies operating in high risk areas need cover for property and assets due to terrorism threats, with combined limits up to USD20,000,000.
How to claim
You’re in the hands of an expert so you can always be assured of professionalism, quick turnaround times and world-class technical knowledge. We’ll keep you in the loop every step of the way. Simply send us an email detailing your claim and our claims department will contact you for specific details.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Kidnap and Ransom cover cost?
To ensure we can provide you with the very best terms, we require a fully completed proposal form, whereafter one of our specialists will customise a solution specific to your needs and risks.
Is Kidnap and Ransom cover required?
Although it’s not mandatory, due to the growing risk of kidnapping facing international business travellers, it is highly recommended for business and high net worth travellers who frequently visit high risk regions.
Who is this cover for?
Any company with employees either travelling to, or based in, overseas regions particularly Latin America, Asia, Eastern Europe and Africa. This includes high profile companies and high net worth individuals.
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