{"id":44799,"date":"2026-01-11T18:31:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T13:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=44799"},"modified":"2026-01-11T18:31:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T13:01:44","slug":"zero-forex-diamond-reserve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/","title":{"rendered":"Zero Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card Benefits | IDFC FIRST Bank 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#Zero_Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card_by_IDFC_FIRST_Bank_2026_offers_zero_forex_charges_reward_points_on_flights_hotels_travel_insurance_and_premium_lifestyle_benefits\" >Zero Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card by IDFC FIRST Bank 2026 offers zero forex charges, reward points on flights &amp; hotels, travel insurance, and premium lifestyle benefits.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#IDFC_FIRST_Bank_Launches_Zero-Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card_Game_Changer_for_Global_Transactions\" >IDFC FIRST Bank Launches Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card: Game Changer for Global Transactions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#1_Latest_Banking_Sector_Innovation\" >1. Latest Banking Sector Innovation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#2_Indicator_of_Financial_Competition\" >2. Indicator of Financial Competition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#3_Relevance_to_Financial_Awareness\" >3. Relevance to Financial Awareness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#4_Practical_Economic_Impact\" >4. Practical Economic Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#Historical_Context_Growth_of_Forex-Powered_Credit_Cards_in_India\" >Historical Context: Growth of Forex-Powered Credit Cards in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#Key_Takeaways_from_IDFC_FIRST_Banks_Zero-Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\" >Key Takeaways from IDFC FIRST Bank\u2019s Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#1_What_is_the_IDFC_FIRST_Bank_Zero%E2%80%91Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\" >1. What is the IDFC FIRST Bank Zero\u2011Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#2_What_are_the_main_benefits_of_this_card\" >2. What are the main benefits of this card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#3_What_is_the_annual_fee_for_the_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\" >3. What is the annual fee for the Diamond Reserve Credit Card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#4_How_can_one_apply_for_this_card\" >4. How can one apply for this card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#5_What_is_the_reward_points_system_on_the_card\" >5. What is the reward points system on the card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#6_What_types_of_travel_insurance_are_included\" >6. What types of travel insurance are included?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#7_Who_is_the_target_audience_for_this_credit_card\" >7. Who is the target audience for this credit card?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/zero-forex-diamond-reserve\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zero_Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card_by_IDFC_FIRST_Bank_2026_offers_zero_forex_charges_reward_points_on_flights_hotels_travel_insurance_and_premium_lifestyle_benefits\"><\/span>Zero Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card by IDFC FIRST Bank 2026 offers zero forex charges, reward points on flights &amp; hotels, travel insurance, and premium lifestyle benefits.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IDFC_FIRST_Bank_Launches_Zero-Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card_Game_Changer_for_Global_Transactions\"><\/span><strong>IDFC FIRST Bank Launches Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card: Game Changer for Global Transactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a strategic move to strengthen its premium credit card portfolio, <strong>IDFC FIRST Bank<\/strong> has introduced the <em>Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card<\/em>, a high-end financial product designed especially for <em>frequent international travellers and elite lifestyle spenders<\/em>. Announced in early January 2026, this credit card comes with an array of travel-centric and lifestyle benefits, positioning it as one of the most attractive offerings in the premium credit card segment in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hallmark feature of the Diamond Reserve Credit Card is its <strong>zero foreign exchange (forex) markup<\/strong>, which means that cardholders do not have to pay the usual forex conversion fee \u2014 typically ranging between 2% and 3.5% \u2014 while making transactions abroad or on international e-commerce platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This premium credit card goes beyond just forex savings. It offers a <em>rich rewards ecosystem<\/em> that translates everyday and travel spends into valuable points. For instance, hotel bookings made via the bank\u2019s app can earn up to <strong>60 reward points per \u20b9150<\/strong>, while flight expenditures earn up to <strong>40 reward points per \u20b9150<\/strong>. Domestic purchases also earn reward points, contributing to tangible value for cardholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond rewards, the card enhances the overall travel experience through <strong>complimentary airport lounge access<\/strong> \u2014 two visits each for domestic and international airport lounges per quarter \u2014 and lifestyle perks such as <strong>complimentary golf rounds or lessons every month<\/strong>. Other benefits include <em>airport meet-and-greet services<\/em>, <em>buy-one-get-one movie tickets every month<\/em>, and <em>ITC hotel stay offers<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From an insurance standpoint, the Diamond Reserve Credit Card provides comprehensive protection features including <em>trip cancellation cover up to \u20b925,000<\/em>, <em>lost baggage and flight delay cover<\/em>, <em>air accident cover of \u20b91 crore<\/em>, and <em>personal accident cover of \u20b910 lakh<\/em>. These features make it a practical product for globetrotters who seek both convenience and security while travelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Priced at a <strong>\u20b93,000 + GST joining and annual fee<\/strong>, the card becomes effectively free from the <em>second year onwards<\/em> if a minimum spending of \u20b96 lakh is achieved in a year. Eligible customers can apply for this card digitally via the <strong>IDFC FIRST Bank\u2019s website and mobile app<\/strong>, aligning with the bank\u2019s digital banking initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Zero-Forex-Diamond-Reserve\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Zero Forex Diamond Reserve\" title=\"Zero Forex Diamond Reserve\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zero Forex Diamond Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the context of competitive exams like <strong>SSC CGL, Banking (SBI PO\/Clerk, RBI Assistant), Railways, PSC, and UPSC<\/strong>, candidates are often tested on current economic &amp; financial developments, especially those relating to banking products and financial inclusion initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The introduction of the <em>Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card<\/em> is significant for multiple reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Latest_Banking_Sector_Innovation\"><\/span><strong>1. Latest Banking Sector Innovation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch reflects how Indian banks are innovating to cater to evolving consumer needs \u2014 especially in the <em>premium segment<\/em>. The zero forex markup feature is a <em>key financial concept<\/em> that aspirants must understand, as it relates to foreign exchange, transaction costs, and consumer benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Indicator_of_Financial_Competition\"><\/span><strong>2. Indicator of Financial Competition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding why banks introduce such products is important in questions related to <em>banking competition and customer segmentation<\/em>. This demonstrates how banks target <em>niche customer bases<\/em> such as frequent travellers, high spenders, and affluent customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Relevance_to_Financial_Awareness\"><\/span><strong>3. Relevance to Financial Awareness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions on credit card features, international transaction charges, reward systems, and fintech developments are frequently asked in various exams. This news provides up-to-date knowledge in this domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Practical_Economic_Impact\"><\/span><strong>4. Practical Economic Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news highlights how financial inclusion is not just about basic banking but also about improving services for <em>international financial transactions<\/em>. Concepts like forex markup, travel insurance, and reward points can be linked to broader topics in <em>Economics and Banking Awareness<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By staying updated with such banking developments, aspirants can improve their general awareness score, which is a <em>high-scoring section<\/em> in most government exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Growth_of_Forex-Powered_Credit_Cards_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Growth of Forex-Powered Credit Cards in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Credit cards in India have gone through several evolutionary stages, from basic payment cards to advanced financial tools that offer multiple benefits. Historically, foreign exchange charges were a default feature in most credit cards, usually ranging between <em>2%\u20133.5% of the transaction value<\/em>. This added cost was a deterrent for many international travellers and cross-border online shoppers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the last decade, banks and fintech companies have gradually introduced <em>zero forex markup<\/em> cards, lowering the cost of cross-border spending. These innovations reflect both increasing <em>global mobility among Indians<\/em> and higher online international spending trends. Initially, forex waiver cards were mostly offered to elite segments or as <em>secured cards<\/em> backed by fixed deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, as competition intensified in the credit card market \u2014 particularly with the rise of <em>digital banks and fintech players<\/em> \u2014 even mainstream banks started rolling out zero forex cards at competitive price points. The launch of the <em>Diamond Reserve Credit Card<\/em> by IDFC FIRST Bank signifies the latest step in this trend, combining not just forex benefits but also a suite of travel and lifestyle features that appeal to premium users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This shift is reflective of broader trends in financial services where <em>customer experience<\/em> and <em>value-added features<\/em> play an increasingly significant role in product design and adoption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_IDFC_FIRST_Banks_Zero-Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from IDFC FIRST Bank\u2019s Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>IDFC FIRST Bank launched the Zero-Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card in January 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The card offers <strong>0% foreign exchange (forex) markup<\/strong> on international transactions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Cardholders can earn reward points \u2014 up to 60 on hotel spends and 40 on flight spends via the bank\u2019s app.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The card provides multiple <strong>travel &amp; lifestyle benefits<\/strong>, including airport lounge access and golf perks.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The annual fee of \u20b93,000 + GST can be waived if annual spends exceed \u20b96 lakh.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zero Forex Diamond Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_IDFC_FIRST_Bank_Zero%E2%80%91Forex_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\"><\/span><strong>1. What is the IDFC FIRST Bank Zero\u2011Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IDFC FIRST Bank Zero\u2011Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card is a premium credit card launched in January 2026 that offers <strong>zero foreign exchange markup<\/strong> on international transactions, along with rewards and lifestyle benefits targeted at frequent travellers and elite customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_main_benefits_of_this_card\"><\/span><strong>2. What are the main benefits of this card?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The card provides <strong>zero forex markup<\/strong>, reward points on flights and hotel bookings, <strong>airport lounge access<\/strong>, golf privileges, travel insurance, and lifestyle benefits like movie ticket offers and hotel discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_annual_fee_for_the_Diamond_Reserve_Credit_Card\"><\/span><strong>3. What is the annual fee for the Diamond Reserve Credit Card?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The card has an <strong>annual fee of \u20b93,000 + GST<\/strong>, which can be waived if the cardholder spends more than <strong>\u20b96 lakh in a year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_can_one_apply_for_this_card\"><\/span><strong>4. How can one apply for this card?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible customers can <strong>apply online<\/strong> through the <strong>IDFC FIRST Bank website<\/strong> or the <strong>mobile banking app<\/strong>. The process is completely digital and does not require physical visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_reward_points_system_on_the_card\"><\/span><strong>5. What is the reward points system on the card?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel bookings via the app:<\/strong> 60 points per \u20b9150 spent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flight bookings via the app:<\/strong> 40 points per \u20b9150 spent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Domestic purchases:<\/strong> Reward points as per standard rates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_types_of_travel_insurance_are_included\"><\/span><strong>6. 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