International Medical Insurance

International Medical Insurance

by Helen
(United Kingdom)

Hi

I am relocating to Australia at end of June but am unsure how much time I will be there as I may get work in Asia or Sth America via TEFL. It depends where I get work first!

I am concerned about taking international health/travel insurance out and would like some advice.

The normal travel insurance companies don't seem to be fully informed.

Kind regards.
Helen

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Intternational Medical Insurance and TEFL overseas job
by: Sharon - Expats Guide

Hi Helen

Thanks for your e-mail. You are probably so excited about your new adventure.

Having a health insurance is extremely important, and I am glad you are looking into that.

You mentioned that you are thinking about accepting a teaching job via TEFL in South America or Asia.

As you do not know where you are going, you can't check if your future employer will provide you health insurance, and if yes, what will it cover - only the very basic form of health insurance or something more expanded.

Moreover a regular travel insurance might not answer all your health needs.

Therefore I would strongly recommend to consult with health insurance companies that specializes in health insurance for expats.

I can suggest 2 companies to start with:

Good Health Worldwide - Which is a specialist provider of international health insurance for expatriates. You can Click here for an instant quote

MultiNational Underwriters (MNU)- Which is an international health insurance company, that offers a complete portfolio of health and life insurance products to customers in over 130 countries. You can click here to consult MNU International Medical Insurance.

Both companies might be able to offer you a solution that will also cover your relocation to Australia

Should you need more information please let me know.

Lots of luck and enjoy your new adventure
Sharon

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