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Some Expat Health Plans are Not Renewing or Covering COVID-19

Non-Renewal Notices

Recent Non-Renewal Notices are a Cautionary Tale for Expats

We have been receiving calls from clients worldwide whose global health insurance plans are not being renewed or are being told that COVID-19 related claims will not be covered or their insurance providers are getting out of the market. This is a big concern for people already living abroad. When searching for a global health plan, expats need to make sure that they purchase coverage from a capable global health provider with a large medical network around the world that can handle complex claims via their medical network. Here’s what you need to know about expat health plans during the pandemic. Read more

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What Expats Should Know When Returning Home During COVID-19 Pandemic

Health Insurance During the COVID-19

Important Information for Expats Returning Home During COVID-19 Pandemic

You may be returning home during COVID- 19 because your job assignment is cut short or just because you want to be with your loved ones. The bad days are not over yet, so you must maintain the utmost caution during your return home. These are difficult times for everyone, so prepare yourself mentally and emotionally to face the harsh realities of life and the repercussions of COVID-19 on businesses and job markets.

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5 Risks of Living Abroad Without Global Health Insurance

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There are risks for expats living abroad without Global health Insurance

Many things can go wrong while you are living an expatriate life in a foreign land. Some of these issues, especially the ones related to health, may be out of your control. This is where health insurance can come to your aid. Living abroad without health insurance will prove to be a hassle, especially during a medical emergency. It is not worth risking your health and finance when you are far away from home. Adequate global health insurance designed for global nomads can keep you and your family covered. Thus giving you the much-needed peace of mind.

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5 Simple Rules for Expats on Preventing Spread of COVID-19

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Tips for Expatriates to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

By now, most of us have a routine of thoroughly cleaning up after ourselves and being mindful of what we’re touching ever since the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic. Globally, some countries have lifted restrictions and lockdowns. Malaysia, healthcare system in New Zealand, and Germany are just some of the countries that have lifted it’s mandated lockdowns, but it still sees a spike in cases. Read more

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5 Tips for Managing Health Issues When Living Abroad

Learn About the Tips for Managing Health Issues When Living Abroad

A trip to another country may open up several learning opportunities for you. You get to experience the culture, the lifestyle, taste local cuisine, enjoy natural beauty, and more. Today, an increased number of expats and digital nomads opt to visit various countries in a bid to settle there as well. Due to better job or education opportunities in a foreign land, you may decide to become an expatriate. While the idea of moving abroad is fascinating, you need to prepare yourself for the challenges that may come your way. One of the major concerns for expats are managing health issues when living overseas.

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5 Reasons Global Citizens Should Buy Dental Insurance

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Why Should Global Citizens Buy Dental Insurance?

One of the first things most global citizens travelling around the world do is to obtain global medical insurance to safeguard their health. But what most miss out on is buying dental insurance. This is one area that is widely neglected and one which can quickly become critical for your overall health. It is essential to buy dental insurance while away from your home country. Read more

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What is International Health Insurance?

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What is International Health Insurance and How Do I Purchase?

It seems like an easy question to answer, but we often get asked. International health insurance is a policy that is meant to provide long term medical coverage to people living abroad – generally considered expatriates, global nomads or global citizens. Generally, an international health plan is meant for people who will be living abroad for at least a year or more and more often than not will lose their coverage back home or the domestic policy won’t cover them abroad. Read more

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5 Health Precautions That Expats Should Not Ignore When Abroad

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Health Precautions That Expats Should Not Ignore When Living Abroad

Moving to a new country comes with healthcare concerns. Expats, global nomads, and global citizens may encounter different health standards and difficulties in medical care in their host country. Other than taking proper health precautions, expats should also obtain a health insurance plan for a hassle-free trip.

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Why Telemedicine for Expatriates is Crucial During a Pandemic

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Make Sure You Use Telemedicine Services Offered by Global Health Insurance Providers during the coronavirus pandemic

Unless you have been living under a rock for the past few months, it can definitely seem that things are getting a bit crazy. The COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic (or epidemic) has caused widespread panic and concern among everyone, including expatriates. While we are not medical professionals, we are global health insurance experts and will explain how telemedicine and telehealth can benefit global nomads and expatriates during the pandemic. Read more

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Best Global Health Plans for Expats During COVID-19 Pandemic

Health Insurance During the COVID-19

Learn About International Health Insurance for Expatriates During a Pandemic

You could say this is an easy question and the answer is a plan that will cover the COVID-19 Coronavirus. That is correct, but there is much more to this question and how global nomads and international citizens should proceed when buying and renewing their global health coverage. We have been receiving many calls and emails for health insurance during the COVID-19 from expatriates around the world who are justifiably concerned about their health during the recent pandemic and we have been providing our best advice and support during this difficult time period. People are still moving abroad despite the travel restrictions or are reconsidering the coverage in light of the pandemic. Read more