Visitors Insurance

Should You Buy International Travel Medical Insurance?

For those who travel overseas for extended periods of time, or for non-US citizens who spend time in the US, it’s important consider what type of health insurance is needed prior to travelling. Despite what many people believe, if you are traveling for at least six months at a time, you may not be covered by the same health insurance you have in your home country while travelling abroad.

Travelers should consider purchasing an international travel insurance plan before leaving home, whether they are traveling for business or for pleasure. No matter where you travel, by protecting yourself and your family with international insurance, you can feel confident that you and your family will receive affordable, high-quality medical care.

Short term travel insurance plans typically only offer coverage for emergency care, while long term international travel health insurance also includes coverage for preventative care after a waiting period. With a long term plan, you can enjoy low-cost physician visits and reliable coverage for health screenings and medical care.