International health insurance is designed for people who are abroad for long periods of time, months or years, (on their own or with their families) and want to be sure that they are covered for any medical needs. International health insurance is not the same as travel insurance, as International health insurance provides a more durable and comprehensive cover.
International health insurance Long – the insured person is abroad for a few months or years
Travel insurance Short – the insured person is abroad for a few days or weeks
International health insurance Expatriates living abroad or travelling for long periods of time (e.g. for months) due to work or lifestyle
Travel insurance People going on holidays or short trips
International health insurance Planned, unplanned and day-to-day medical treatment (either in-patient or out-patient), e.g. surgery, dental treatment, routine health checks, etc.
Travel insurance Lost luggage/travel documents, cancelled trip, delayed departure, emergency medical treatment
International health insurance The new life abroad
Travel insurance The trip
International health insurance Per year – renews each year
Travel insurance Per trip – one-off
