BNZ Advantage Visa Business and Platinum credit card travel Insurance policies were reissued, for trips departing New Zealand on or after 3 February 2026:
Travel Insurance excesses for accepted claims has increased from $200 to $300.
Cover for snow sports (such as skiing or snowboarding) is no longer be included, but can be purchased as an optional add-on before departure.
Cruise Cover is no longer be included, but can be purchased as an optional add-on before departure. You arenot be covered for any part of your trip if your itinerary includes a multi-night cruise and you do not purchase the Cruise Cover add-on.
Platinum advantage cardholders only - Domestic Rental Vehicle Collision Damage and Theft Excess Cover is no longer be provided.
For more detail about these changes, or to get a copy of the policy wording applying to trips that started before 3 February, please check our insurance changes page.