All players that will be seeking an Official GAA Sanction from Central Council to play in North

America, New York or Canada for the summer are reminded that travel insurance must be arranged in Ireland before they commence their journeys. Like the vast majority of travel insurance policies, the

option offered by the GAA can only be purchased by players before they leave Ireland.

The GAA is willing to accept alternative insurance if it is appropriate; however, a Sanction will not be

granted for any player that is not covered to play overseas on a temporary basis.

The cost of insurance will depend on the duration of a  player’s stay in a particular country.

Travel insurance is not a private health insurance.

It only covers players if there is a sudden and  unexpected accident or if a player becomes during

his trip. Where medically necessary, players will be  repatriated home for treatment.

Players playing overseas are not covered under the GAA Injury Benefit Fund.

For more information, visit:  http://www.gaa.ie/clubzone/transfers-and- sanctions/overseas-sanctions/