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Health insurance abroad: our destinations
Before moving to a foreign country, you will often need to learn more about local life, including the healthcare system.
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Find out about health insurance around the world
Are you moving abroad? Are you leaving for a long stay abroad? Overseas study? A trip around the world? A working holiday visa (WHV)? Or a vacation of just a few weeks? In order to prevent unforeseen health-related issues, you’ll need to inform yourself before you leave.
Avoid unpleasant surprises by finding out how your destination’s healthcare system works. International health insurance is useful for covering many costs, but that’s not all! Find out why you should take out long-term health insurance or stay-abroad insurance by choosing your destination below.
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Health insurance abroad: what you need to know
Why should you take out health insurance abroad?
Why should you take out health insurance abroad?
For any travel or living abroad project (long stay, expatriation, or school), it is important to take out health insurance! The fact is, you are no longer covered by Social Security or the local equivalent of your country of origin once you’re abroad. And the costs of healthcare are very high in many countries. Find out about the local healthcare system and travel with peace of mind by taking out international health insurance.
How to take out stay-abroad health insurance?
How to take out stay-abroad health insurance?
In most cases, you can take out your health insurance in just a few clicks 100% online. Simply choose your coverage options such as your country of origin, destination, and length of stay at the top of the page to help find the right solution. Then, all you need to do is request a quote and complete the online application form.
How do I manage my online insurance policy?
How do I manage my online insurance policy?
With the Easy Claim app, available on the App Store (Apple) and Google Play (Android), you can manage your day-to-day insurance in a few clicks. Send and track your reimbursement claims, consult a doctor remotely, find healthcare professionals and useful contacts, or download your insurance card... all your services are available on the app!
