Our Background

Founded in 2004, with the purpose of establishing a collaborative network representing the travel insurance industry. US Travel Insurance Association (USTIA) is a national nonprofit association of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, insurance agencies, and related businesses that develop, administer, and market travel insurance and travel assistance products. USTIA members represent 90% of the travel insurance marketplace.

Mission

Advocate for clear, consumer-centric regulation and industry standards through ethics, research, and transparency; promote the public welfare by creating a comprehensive legal framework within which Travel insurance may be sold in states adopting the Travel Insurance Model Act.

Connect all the industry participants with key stakeholders across the value chain.

Educate the public with clear guidance that creates awareness of and builds trust in travel protection.

Vision

USTIA will be recognized as the leading voice for travel protection and assistance services, shaping a resilient, sustainable, and innovative industry, while seeking to safeguard every journey for U.S. travelers.

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Governance

The USTIA Board of Directors is the primary governing body for the association.

It sets the strategic direction, establishes and monitors the annual budget, oversees committee assets, and ensures sound management of the association.

The Bylaws are the governing document by which actions are determined.

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Leadership

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Board of Directors

Comprised of 16 member companies and two advisory associations.

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Committees

Six active committees work to execute USTIA's mission.

Code Of Ethics

  • Define and promote standards of ethical and professional behavior among member companies.
  • Demonstrate that self-regulation is effective and produces positive results for consumers, travel agents and other distributors and industry members.
  • Promote a positive image of the Association and the travel insurance industry.
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We take pride in bringing together the nation’s finest travel insurance professionals. Reach out to our dedicated staff with any questions or requests for assistance.

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