Since 13 March 2025, Mount Lewotobi on Flores Island in Indonesia has erupted several times, including a large eruption that happened on the morning of 21 March 2025, which has led to flight delays and cancellations. Jetstar has cancelled all flights to and from Bali on 21 March 2025, and other airlines are expected to be affected.
What to do
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Follow local government and media advice.
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Contact your airline, cruise company, travel agent, booking provider etc as they should be able to provide immediate help with rescheduling or providing you with your options.
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Check Smartraveller website and Facebook.
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Do you need to submit a claim for this event?
5. Question or enquiries?
- Visit: Frequently Asked Questions
- Phone: 1300 409 302 (9am and 5pm (AEST) Monday to Friday excluding Public Holidays)
- Email: info@fastcover.com.au
6. If you are overseas and need emergency medical help, contact our Emergency Assistance team.
- Phone: +61 2 8320 7999
- E-mail: emergency@fastcover.com.au
7. 24-hour Australian Government Consular Assistance for travellers overseas:
- Phone: +61 2 6261 3305
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Am I covered for this event?
If you purchased your policy prior to 830AM on 21 March 2025 there is potential coverage on your policy, check your Certificate of Insurance for your level of cover and the PDS for policy terms and conditions. You can download your Certificate and PDS by logging into your policy.
If you purchased your policy after 830AM on 21 March 2025, you may not be covered for this event. However, you can submit a claim for assessment and we will assess the claim based on the policy terms and conditions.
How do I make a claim?
- Contact your airline, cruise company, tour company, travel agent or travel provider for help rescheduling or alternative travel arrangements if you are currently travelling.
- Before you submit a claim, contact your airline, cruise company, tour company, travel agent or travel provider and request a refund, credit or compensation.
- Request and keep your receipts and any other supporting documentation e.g. travel provider cancellation emails/letters. If you are claiming for additional meal, accommodation, and travel costs, please ensure you retain copies of all of your expense receipts.
- Take measures to act in a responsible way to protect yourself and do everything you can to reasonably reduce your loss as much as possible.
General Advice
For details about what your policy covers, please refer to your PDS. Policy terms, conditions, limits, sub limits and exclusions may apply under your policy.
We will assess all claims in accordance with your PDS and your Certificate of Insurance. Your cover will depend on the type of plan you purchased and your particular circumstances.
