DFS Travel Protection Plan
One lifetime fee of $450 will take care of everything needed to bring your remains home if the unthinkable happens.
Don't suffer unexpected death care expenses
If the worst happens when you or your loved one is traveling, you could be faced with language barriers, tricky bureaucracy and costs of up to $15,000 or more to arrange the return of the body. See Actual Funeral Shipping Costs
The Travel Protection Plan gives you complete peace of mind and brings your remains home if you die more than 75 miles from home. For one lifetime fee of $450, everything is taken care of so you or your family can focus on other things.
Worldwide coverage
One-time fee
No age limit
Service 24/7
What we'll do when you need us
- Contact a licensed funeral home or professional embalming service center near the place of death.
- Arrange Transportation of the deceased from the place of death to the funeral home or service center for preparation.
- Organize preparation of the deceased for transport back home including embalming or cremation at the place of death
- Secure all documentation for shipping including one death certificate
- Ensure the deceased is transported in appropriate shipping container.
- On arrival at the destination, arrange for transportation to the selected local funeral home.
Membership Benefits Include
- Dedicated team to Coordinate All Transfer Arrangements
- Experienced funeral professionals ensuring everything is taken care of for your family
- Language barriers & any consulate bureaucracy eliminated
- Extensive network of licensed funeral locations worldwide
- All mortuary repatriation costs covered to return deceased to a local funeral home
- Or direct cremation at the place of death and cremated remains delivered home.
Complete Peace of Mind
We are anywhere and everywhere you need us to be! We are the industry experts in bringing your loved one home.
Getting a Travel Plan couldn't be easier
Single Plan
For just yourself
$450one-time feeCouples Plan
For you and your partner
$875one-time fee
1 Read the FAQs
There is a lot of useful information on our FAQ page, that should answer most of your questions
2 Fill out the enrollment form
Just add your details to the application form and make your payment
3 We’ll be in touch to confirm your enrollment
If you have any questions, call now at (646) 466-8877 or feel free to get in touch
Travel Insurance vs. The DFS Travel Protection Plan
What’s the Difference?
| Feature | Typical Travel Insurance | DFS Travel Protection Plan ($450 One-Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Trip Cancellation | ✔ Covers canceled trips due to illness, weather, etc. | ✘ Not included |
| Emergency Medical Abroad | ✔ Covers medical treatment while traveling | ✘ Not included |
| Repatriation of Remains | ⚠ Often limited, capped, or subject to policy terms | ✔ Designed specifically to coordinate and cover funeral transport home |
| Coverage Limits | Varies by policy; often capped with exclusions | Structured specifically for death-away-from-home transport expenses |
| Renewals Required | ✔ Must renew per trip or annually | ✘ One-time enrollment — lifetime coverage |
| Age-Based Price Increases | ✔ Premiums increase as you age | ✘ No price increases after enrollment |
| Focus of Protection | Trip-related financial risks | Protection from costly funeral transportation expenses |
| Ideal For | Short vacations, international medical coverage | Seniors, snowbirds, RV travelers, retirees over 55 |
Why does this matter for Senior Travelers, or anyone who travels beyond 75 miles from their home?
Traditional travel insurance protects your trip.
The DFS Travel Protection Plan protects your family from thousands in unexpected funeral transportation costs if death occurs 75+ miles from home.
They serve different purposes — and many seniors choose to have both.
Travel confidently knowing your family won’t face unexpected funeral shipping costs.
✔ One-time $450 enrollment
✔ Lifetime protection
✔ No renewals
✔ No age-based increases
👉 Enroll today before your next trip!
FAQs About the Death Away From Home Travel Protection Plan
Is this travel insurance?
No. The Death Away From Home Travel Protection Plan is not traditional travel insurance.
Travel insurance typically covers trip cancellation, delays, lost luggage, or emergency medical care while traveling.
This plan is specifically designed to protect your family from the high cost and logistical burden of transporting remains home if death occurs more than 75 miles from your primary residence. It focuses on funeral transportation coordination and related expenses — not vacation-related risks.
Many seniors choose to carry both travel insurance and this plan, as they serve very different purposes.
What does “75+ miles from home” mean?
Coverage applies when death occurs 75 miles or more from your primary residence. [And can be applied as a Google Maps distance]
For example:
- Snowbirds wintering in another state
- RV travelers touring cross-country
- Retirees visiting family several states away
- Travelers on extended road trips
If death occurs within 75 miles of your home address, standard local funeral arrangements would apply. The plan is designed specifically for situations where significant transportation back home would otherwise be required.
Does it cover international travel?
Yes. The plan provides coordination and protection for both U.S. and international travel.
If death occurs abroad, the plan assists with arranging repatriation and transportation back to your home country or primary residence, subject to plan terms.
International transportation can be especially costly and complex, which is why many retirees and senior travelers find this protection essential.
What does my family do if I die while traveling?
Your family simply makes one phone call to the 24/7 assistance number provided upon enrollment.
From there:
- The plan administrator coordinates with local authorities.
- Required documentation and permits are handled.
- Transportation arrangements are made.
- Remains are returned to your designated location.
This removes the emotional and financial stress from your loved ones during an already difficult time.
What does my family do if I die while traveling?
Your family simply makes one phone call to the 24/7 assistance number provided upon enrollment.
From there:
- The plan administrator coordinates with local authorities.
- Required documentation and permits are handled.
- Transportation arrangements are made.
- Remains are returned to your designated location.
This removes the emotional and financial stress from your loved ones during an already difficult time.
Are there renewals or age-based price increases?
No. This is a one-time enrollment fee:
- $450 for an individual
- $875 for a couple
There are:
✔ No annual renewals
✔ No monthly premiums
✔ No price increases as you age
Once enrolled, coverage remains in place for life.
Does this cover trip cancellation or medical bills?
No. This plan does not cover:
- Trip cancellation
- Travel delays
- Emergency medical treatment
- Hospital bills
- Lost luggage
It is specifically designed to cover the costs and coordination involved in transporting remains home if death occurs while traveling.
For medical or trip-related coverage, a separate travel insurance policy would be required.
Can spouses enrollin the DFS Travel Protection Plan together?
Yes. Couples can enroll together under the Couples Plan for a one-time enrollment fee of $875.
Each person receives individual coverage, but enrollment is completed through a single process. This is a popular option for married retirees and snowbirds who travel together frequently.
Have additional questions about the DFS Travel Plan?
Review our full FAQ section or contact us directly — and travel with confidence knowing your family is protected.