Insurance

8 reasons why you need international health insurance as an expat

When experiencing an unplanned illness, or even routine medical care, in a country where you are not familiar with the health system, and where you do not necessarily speak the language, an international health insurance can help ease the process. It offers the...

Lille in France: a top destination for UK businesses looking at a post-Brexit relocation

The prospect of Brexit creates a climate of uncertainty and insecurity for many international businesses based in the UK. Many of them are considering the option of relocating somewhere else in Europe. Lille, a city in northern France, just over the other side of the...

The impact of the recent American healthcare reforms on expats

The US healthcare system was vastly overhauled in 2013 with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), nicknamed 'Obamacare' in reference to the previous US president, Barack Obama, who led the reform. With the arrival of President Donald Trump in power,...

Oman

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Oman Are you researching an expat health insurance for Oman? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Oman or you are already living there as an expat, read...

Indonesia

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Indonesia Are you researching an expat health insurance for Indonesia? First, it is important to learn about the local healthcare system. Despite a recent reform offering access to healthcare to the entire...

How do I sign up for the French healthcare system as an expat?

Although France's healthcare system often tops charts as one of the best globally, the process of registration for l'Assurance maladie (state health insurance) has historically been known to be a little arduous for many expats. Preparing in advance and knowing what to...

France

French health insurance for expats Are you looking for an expat health insurance in France? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. France's universal healthcare system is regularly rated as one of the best globally. The country...

Bahrain

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Bahrain Are you researching an expat health insurance for Bahrain? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Bahrain or you are already living there as an...

Comprehensive sickness insurance and Brexit

What is comprehensive sickness insurance and what will change with Brexit? This article aims to answer most questions you may be asking yourself about this little known requirement to apply for permanence residency in the UK.

What is the best international health insurance?

The ‘best international health insurance’ for everyone does not exist, as everyone has different needs and expectations. However, the best expat insurance for you is out there: it consists of a tailored insurance, that closely matches your profile and needs. Here is how to find it.

10 fitness tips for expats in a new country

After making a big move to another country, keeping up a fitness routine can linger near the bottom of your priorities as an expat. Read on for expert advice for expats on how to stay healthy and fit while living abroad.

Moratorium or Full Medical Underwriting?

Moratorium and Full Medical Underwriting are two different methods to take out health insurance cover. Which one is better? Read our article to find out.

Buying expat health insurance when suffering from pre-existing conditions

How do you get insured when you have pre-existing conditions? Our article explains how health insurance companies deal with your medical history.

13 top expat tips for moving abroad

Are you planning on moving overseas for work, retirement or simply a new adventure? Making the move and adapting to life in a new country can be one of life's most exciting challenges. Along with all the positives and life lessons learned through uprooting and...

Insurance Sales Consultant – London

Expat Assure is looking for an International Health Insurance Sales Consultant to join our team. Remuneration: Starting salary: £24,000 to £28,000 depending on the candidate profile + generous Employee Benefits. Main responsibilities: Advising clients...

What should you expect from pharmacies in a new country?

Getting to grips with medical practices in a new country can have more obstacles than might be expected. Read our new article to gain some insight and tips on pharmacies and over-the-counter drugs in some popular expat destinations.

Top 10 countries in the world for expat health and well-being

Thinking about relocating to a new country? Choosing to start a new life abroad is a big decision: one best made when armed with insider knowledge about the top countries for expat healthcare.

Is there a “right way” to treat people suffering with depression?

Mental health doesn't only affect the sufferer. We gain expert advice on how family and friends should help support a loved one, while taking care of themselves too. Depression is the single largest contributor to ill health and disability globally. Over 300 million...

Internship – Sales support – London

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking intern to support our sales consultants with the growing demand of sales requests from prospects from around the world who are looking for an international insurance policy. We would like someone with a can-do...

Internship – Digital Marketing – London

We are looking for a creative, hardworking intern to support us with our digital marketing strategy. The right candidate will help us to grow our social platforms and provide quality content in order to drive traffic to the website. This internship gives you the...

Brexit: latest developments regarding the impact on British Expats in Europe.

Following the Leave vote on 23rd June 2016, there has been a lot of speculation about the effect of Brexit. In this article we explore the developments of Brexit since the announcement by Theresa May and the UK Government of their intent to enact Article 50 by March 2017.

Family Protection for residents in the U.K (be they British or Foreign Nationals)

The words Family Protection encompass two different kinds of insurance: Life Insurance and Income Protection should you be unable to work due to illness or accident.

Argentina

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in ArgentinaAre you researching an expat health insurance for Argentina? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first.Whether you are moving to Argentina or you are already living there as an...

International Health Insurance isn’t only for expatriates!

In this interview, the CEO of Now Health, Martin Garcia, tells us about how the company came to be, and shares his views on the evolution of the international health insurance market.

Italy

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Italy Are you researching an expat health insurance for Italy? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Italy or you are already living there as an expat,...

Brexit: Impact on British Expats living in other EU countries

What will be the impact of Brexit on social rights such as healthcare? This article tries to answer many of the questions a British expat may have.

Senegal

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Senegal Are you researching an expat health insurance for Senegal? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Senegal or you are already living there as an...

Belgium

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Belgium Are you researching an expat health insurance for Belgium? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Belgium or you are already living there as an...

Expat Assure launches income protection and life insurance

Expat Assure launches income protection and life insurance. Find out why this kind of financial protection services is essential for expats.

The NHS treatments blacklist

Sixteen types of medication used to treat 23 different types of cancer, including pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and blood cancer are no longer covered by the NHS.

Tunisia

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Tunisia Are you researching an expat health insurance for Tunisia? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Tunisia or you are already living there as an...

Portugal

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Portugal Are you researching an expat health insurance for Portugal? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Portugal or you are already living there as an...

Ivory Coast

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Ivory CoastAre you researching an expat health insurance for Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire)? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first.Whether you are moving to Ivory Coast or you are...

Switzerland

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Switzerland Are you researching an expat health insurance for Switzerland? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Whether you are moving to Switzerland or you are already living...

Early British retirees can no longer access free healthcare when settling in another European country

British retirees abroad: no more access to the S1 Among a series of measures aimed at cutting the costs of the NHS, one of them has been a game changer for British people under pensionable age who settle in another European country.

Spain

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Spain Are you researching an expat health insurance for Spain? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. For people living in Spain there are three choices in terms of health cover: to...

Now Health launches new operation in Indonesia

The British health insurance company Now Health has increased its presence in Asia by launching a new operation in Indonesia.

Cheap international health insurance: read our tips

How to adjust your insurance policy to keep it at a manageable cost without compromising the quality of your cover or care? Read our tips!

APRIL International launches a new Asian product

April International is launching its new International Health Insurance product, Asia Health Plan, which replaces its Asia Expat Cover and Asia Ex+ policies.

Cambodia

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Cambodia Are you researching an expat health insurance for Cambodia? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Cambodia has a dysfunctional healthcare system. It is therefore strongly...

How will the IPT rise impact the health insurance industry?

This article looks at the potential impact of the insurance premium tax rise on the British health insurance industry.

United States of America (USA)

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in the USAAre you researching an expat health insurance for the United States? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first.Whether you are moving to the United States or you are already...

European Health Insurance Card: the pros and cons

What is the EHIC and how does it work? What cover does it offer? This article outlines the main ‘need to know’ facts related to the European Health Insurance Card.

Health surcharge for non-Europeans in the UK

Non-European visitors staying for more than six months in the UK must from now own pay an ‘immigration health surcharge’ before they arrive in order to access the NHS.

Nigeria

An expat guide to healthcare and health insurance in Nigeria Are you researching an expat health insurance for Nigeria? It is important to inform yourself on the local healthcare system first. Nigeria has a dysfunctional healthcare system. It is therefore strongly...

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