WAS Insurance review

Updated September 29, 2026 · SumCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 29, 2026

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Our verdict

WAS Insurance suits travellers and pet owners in Australia seeking monthly billed cover through a broker model with broad claim routes. Travel plans include Unlimited medical while pet excess starts at AUD 100, with support on email and phone for policy help.

Key facts

Best for
Travellers and pet owners wanting broker arranged monthly cover
Insurance types
Travel, Pet↗
Provider type
Broker↗
Monthly payments
Yes↗
Excess from
A$100↗
Cover limit
Unlimited medical↗
Claims channels
Phone, Email, Online↗
Age range
18-99↗
Legal entity
Wiseandsilent Pty Ltd↗
Headquarters
Australia↗
Support channels
Email, Phone↗
Pricing model
Monthly
Official website
wiseandsilent.com

Facts checked September 29, 2026, 5 sources

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Focused choice of travel and pet for travel and pet needs in a single place
  • Travel medical protection described as Unlimited medical
  • Claims can be lodged by phone, email and online with monthly billing via monthly

Cons

  • Range stays limited to travel and pet, so households wanting home or auto cover must look elsewhere
  • Support runs on email and phone only, without live chat or online account help
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Who it suits

  • Travellers seeking medical protection described as Unlimited medical with monthly billing
  • Pet owners comfortable with an excess from AUD 100 and email or phone service

Who should look elsewhere

  • Readers wanting life cover should consider Linxea, which focuses on life
  • Households wanting auto, home or health cover should consider die Bayerische, which lists auto, home and motorcycle

How WAS Insurance compares

Where WAS Insurance is available

Available
Australia
Licence in Australia
ASIC (536280), checked September 29, 2026

Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 29, 2026)

Frequently asked questions

What types of insurance does WAS Insurance offer?+

WAS Insurance arranges travel and pet, covering travel and pet needs. It acts as a broker rather than an insurer, so policies come from partner underwriters. That focus suits readers who want those protections without a broader household portfolio.

How does the pet excess work?+

Pet policies carry an excess starting at AUD 100 per claim. The exact amount can vary by plan and claim type, so check the schedule before you buy. Monthly billing through monthly spreads the annual premium rather than removing the excess.

Is WAS Insurance an insurer or a broker?+

WAS Insurance operates as a broker under Wiseandsilent Pty Ltd, listed as Wiseandsilent Pty Ltd. It compares and arranges cover rather than carrying risk itself. Claims and service remain available through stated channels after purchase.

What medical cover comes with travel policies?+

Travel plans include medical protection described as Unlimited medical. That wording points to high medical protection for trips abroad, though limits for cancellation, baggage and other benefits vary by plan. Always read the product disclosure for sub limits and exclusions.

Can you pay monthly?+

Yes, monthly payments are available, with billing shown as monthly. Paying monthly helps spread household cash flow across the year. Terms, fees for missed payments and cancellation rules are set out in the policy documents.

How is WAS Insurance regulated?+

The business holds licence 536280 in Australia, where oversight comes from ASIC. That licence covers the broking activity of Wiseandsilent Pty Ltd. Cover availability, wording and complaints handling follow Australian rules for residents.

How do you make a claim?+

Claims can be started by phone, email and online, giving phone, email and online routes. General help is available through email and phone for policy questions. Keep policy numbers, receipts and medical reports ready to speed assessment.

Who can apply for cover?+

Eligibility spans 18-99 for travellers, covering adults through to older ages subject to plan rules. Pet eligibility depends on animal age, breed and health history. Pre existing conditions and age loadings may apply, so confirm before purchase.

Sources

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Travellers and pet owners wanting broker arranged monthly cover

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