Kidnap and Ransom
In today’s world, high net worth individuals and families face unique risks that go beyond traditional insurance. Kidnap and ransom insurance provides a crucial layer of security, protecting you and your loved ones against extortion, abduction, and similar threats both at home and abroad.
Typical Risk Scenarios We Help Solve
Riemer Insurance assists clients facing a range of high stress situations where expertise and discretion are essential. This includes cases where a family member is kidnapped while traveling overseas for business or leisure, when a high profile individual receives credible threats of extortion or cyber blackmail, or when a student studying abroad is detained during political unrest. We also help families navigate modern threats such as virtual kidnapping scams or online extortion attempts, providing immediate access to experienced crisis response professionals.
Why Choose Riemer?
At Riemer Insurance, we understand that peace of mind comes from knowing you are prepared for even the most unexpected situations. With more than four decades of experience protecting individuals, families, and business owners, we partner with trusted global carriers to deliver comprehensive coverage and expert guidance. Our approach is personal, confidential, and rooted in long standing relationships with security consultants and crisis management specialists. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, travel patterns, and unique exposures so we can build a plan that protects you and your loved ones wherever life takes you.
Our Business is Protecting Yours — and the people you care about most.
Who We Cover
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Individuals and families with high public visibility or international travel
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Business owners, executives, and professionals working overseas
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Students studying abroad
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Domestic staff or dependents traveling on your behalf
Core Coverages
Our policies are designed to provide complete protection and expert support when it matters most:
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Kidnap and ransom demands – reimbursement for ransom payments and related expenses
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Extortion and threats – protection against demands involving bodily harm, property damage, or information disclosure
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Detention coverage – expenses related to unlawful detention or political imprisonment abroad
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Crisis response services – immediate access to global security consultants and negotiators
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Loss of income and travel costs – coverage for disruptions caused by a covered event
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Medical and psychiatric care – support for post incident recovery
