5 top questions about global medical coverage
Practice semesters give students priceless opportunities for career and personal development. However, navigating a foreign health care system can be difficult. See frequently asked questions to make better-informed decisions about travel insurance.
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Travel protection and travel medical insurance let you focus on your learning experience, without needing to worry about the cost of medical emergencies, trip cancellations or lost luggage.
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Many countries’ visa requirements include adequate health insurance for international students even when they are doing an internship abroad. SafeTrip travel medical insurance can meet these requirements, and may help streamline the visa application process and ensure that you meet necessary criteria.
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Yes. Many practice semester programs and international internships require students to have travel health insurance to ensure access to medical care, comply with regulations, and provide financial protection. Check program requirements for details.
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Depending on your policy, SafeTrip travel medical insurance covers medical expenses like:
Emergency medical/dental treatment and 24/7 assistance
Hospital stays
Prescription medications
Medical evacuation -
Choose the right travel insurance policy by:
Considering your practice program’s requirements and the length of your commitment
Comparing coverage, deductible if applicable and premium costs
Learning what is and isn’t covered
Past student reviews and ratings
Why choose SafeTrip for a practice semester?
Known for its many decades of offering quality coverage, SafeTrip is an excellent choice for international student travel medical insurance. One particular thing past practice semester students have appreciated: On-call experts, available 24/7.
Medical expense coverage
Stay covered during your practice semester abroad. Get protection for medical costs, evacuation and dental emergencies - so you can focus on learning, not expenses.
Travel assistance
Working abroad for your studies? Get 24/7 support for lost documents, luggage, visa needs and travel disruptions - so you can make the most of your experience.
For single- or multiple-destination plans
Whether you're working in one country or multiple destinations, SafeTrip has a plan that fits your practice semester program’s requirements, and it's for the same price.
Medical evacuation
The worst case scenario - a terrible accident during your internship abroad. With SafeTrip, you are sure to get the best possible care and even a medical evacuation if needed.
24/7 support from experts
Global experts at the Emergency Response Center (ERC) are there for you around the clock, whether you need medical transport in an emergency or help with a non-medical issue.
Virtual Visits
During your practice semester abroad, Virtual Visits offer timely, personalized medical care for non-emergency conditions, ensuring you get the care you need easily.
Student travel and safety tips
Check out top tips for keeping work devices safe, traveling on a budget, and making the most of your student travel experience.
Tips for business travelers and digital nomads
Whether you're traveling internationally or domestically, keeping your work devices, such as laptops and cell phones, secure and functional is crucial. Read our essential tips to ensure your devices are protected:
10 tips for traveling on a budget
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Off-season and off-the-beaten-path savings
Slight changes to your travel plans can transform your travel experience and help you see more with less investment. Traveling during off-peak seasons and finding lesser-known sights lets you avoid crowds, enjoy lower prices and discover secret gems.