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International Students in Canada and Canadian Students Abroad

International Students in Canada and Canadian Students Abroad

Are you an international student enrolled in full-time studies at a Canadian educational institution or a Canadian student planning to study abroad? If so, student insurance is perfect for you!

Whether it’s a fractured bone or a dental emergency, medical problems can happen without warning. That’s why it’s essential to have insurance to cover unexpected costs resulting from accidents or illness. Taking out emergency medical expense insurance for students will help you avoid considerable stress if a problem occurs while you’re far from home.

If you’re an international student in Canada, it’s preferable to purchase this coverage from a Canadian insurance company, since they have the expertise needed to find the best healthcare and services in this country. In the event of a claim, they can simplify the process for you and enable you to be reimbursed more quickly.

Obtain coverage for international students in Canada or Canadian students abroad with the reliable, affordable protection offered by Eureka Travel Insurance.

What may be covered by travel insurance for international students in Canada or Canadian students abroad?
  • Emergency medical expenses due to an accident or illness
  • Treatment provided by a doctor or other healthcare professional
  • Land and air ambulance
  • Repatriation to your home country/province
  • Hospitalization and diagnosis
  • Prescription medications
  • Emergency dental care
  • Return of vehicle or pet to your home country/province
  • X-rays and other medical services
  • Laboratory analyses
  • Maternity benefits (under certain circumstances only)
  • Some plans reimburse tuition fees if a medical emergency prevents you from completing a semester of studies
  • Transport of a family member or other loved one to your bedside
  • 24/7 emergency travel assistance
Opt for a customized solution:
When is the best time to purchase insurance for an international student in Canada ?

Ideally, the policy should be purchased before coming to Canada, so that the student will be covered upon arrival in the country.

However, if insurance was not purchased before arrival, it is always possible to do so afterward. In that case, most insurers impose a waiting period ranging from 48 hours to seven days before the coverage takes full effect.

Eureka Travel Insurance’s agents can help you find the ideal solution, based on the many offers available from different insurers.

Speak to an advisor by calling us at 1 844 386-8448

 
Is it mandatory for students to purchase insurance for emergency medical expenses ?

Some educational institutions require students to have travel insurance coverage for emergency medical expenses relating to an accident or illness.

While Canadian students abroad from Quebec may be covered by the Régie de l’Assurance Maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in some countries, the student will still be billed for certain costs, such as repatriation to Canada and other non-covered expenses. Repatriation from the United States to Quebec alone could cost around $30,000.

 
Family coverage option

If you’re a student living abroad with your family for your studies, you can enjoy greater peace of mind by obtaining family travel insurance that provides the same level of coverage for your spouse and children.

Call 1 844 386-8448 to receive assistance from a Eureka Travel Insurance agent.

 
Are you returning temporarily to Canada for the holidays?

If you’re a Canadian student abroad and planning to return home to visit your family during the summer or winter holidays, some insurers offer policies that will cover you during your trip back to Canada. Learn more by speaking to a Eureka Travel Insurance agent at 1 844 386-8448.

 
** Please consult your insurance policy, paying particular attention to the provisions regarding eligibility and pre-existing health issues as well as any other exclusions, restrictions and conditions that apply to your coverage. Certain exclusions and benefit reductions may apply, which vary from one insurance company to another.