Country Insurance Requirements Category

Our country requirements section outlines the insurance requirements that are laid out by specific countries, either as a student or traveler. If you are going to be traveling abroad and applying for a visa, this section will help you find out what you need to do.

Vaccinations for International Students in the US

January 31st, 2022 by Yessica Prato

Vaccinations or immunizations for international students in the US

NHS Visa Insurance Fee Impact for International Students Studying in the UK

November 21st, 2019 by Ross Mason

The United Kingdom (UK) draws international students from all corners of the globe, and for good reason as it has one of the best education systems in the world. However, over the last few years, the number of international students coming into the UK has struggled from a mixture of Brexit uncertainty, increase in terrorism […]

J Visa Health Insurance Options

November 16th, 2018 by Jennifer Frankel

If you are coming to the United States on a J1 or J2 visa, then you will be required to have health insurance for your entire stay in the US. In almost all cases, you will be required to show proof of insurance at the consulate or embassy before you are issued your visa, and […]

5 Steps to Waive Your School’s Group Insurance Plan

July 13th, 2018 by Jennifer Frankel

If you will be an international student in the US, then chances are your school has certain health insurance requirements to make sure you are properly protected. In this blog, we will walk you step-by-step on how you can save money, find a plan specific to your needs, and waive your school’s group insurance plan:

Does My International Insurance Plan Cover Ebola?

December 22nd, 2014 by Victoria Troupe

Traveling always comes with inherent dangers. We usually prepare for these dangers by receiving the proper immunizations and vaccinations, taking extra precautions to stay safe, and purchasing travel insurance for unforeseen injuries or illnesses. However, when a serious medical outbreak or epidemic occurs, like the recent Ebola outbreak, travelers like us need to be aware […]

International Student Insurance Requirements for Denmark

June 30th, 2014 by Bryanna Davis

If you’re planning on studying in Denmark as an international student, you might be wondering what you need when it comes to meeting the international student insurance requirements for Denmark. The answer is- it will depend on your situation. First, it’s important to realize that Denmark has nationalized healthcare. This means that eligible citizens in […]

What Belgium Offers International Students!

June 20th, 2014 by Ross Mason

When looking at international destinations to study abroad, most students who are looking to Europe tend to opt for England, Spain, Italy or maybe even Germany. But, a country that is often overlooked is Belgium – and we are here to tell you why you should consider it as a study destination as Belgium has […]

Insurance for Studying Abroad in Spain

May 23rd, 2014 by Victoria Troupe

What insurance is required for me in Spain? Looking for insurance for studying abroad in Spain or traveling to Spain? Good job thinking ahead! Spain is a part of the Schengen region and insurance is required to enter the country. There is a chance that citizens of some countries have a reciprocal agreement with Spain […]

Greek International Student Insurance Plans

May 16th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Are you planning to study in Greece? If so, you will want to make sure you’ve got your Greek international student insurance plan in place before you go. That’s because even though they have nationalized health care, international students will not have coverage under this system. What type of insurance works best for Greece? The […]

Health Insurance for International Students in Italy

May 5th, 2014 by Bryanna Davis

If you’re planning on studying in Italy you more than likely already know that it’s a country that offers a number of top notch educational institutions for students to choose to study at. With its deep history and large amount of museums- it provides the perfect backdrop for an international education. If you’re going to […]

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