by ammara | Jul 15, 2026 | Expat Health, Insurance
You can get health insurance for a gap year abroad, but the right product depends on the itinerary. A simple short trip may be covered by travel insurance. A year involving multiple countries, volunteering, study, casual work, backpacking or long stays needs more...
by ammara | Jul 14, 2026 | Expat Health, Insurance
A deductible is the amount you agree to pay towards eligible medical costs before the insurer starts paying. In some markets it may also be described as an excess. In expat health insurance, the deductible is one of the main levers used to adjust the premium. This...
by ammara | Jul 13, 2026 | Expat Health, Insurance
Public health insurance is usually part of a national healthcare system. It may be funded through taxes, social security contributions or mandatory premiums. For expats, access can depend on residence, employment, contributions, nationality and local rules. This guide...
by ammara | Jul 12, 2026 | Expat Health, Insurance
Whether you need to enrol in local health insurance abroad depends on the country and your status. Employment, residency, visa type, student status, income and self-employment can all affect the answer. Some countries require residents or workers to join a public or...
by ammara | Jul 11, 2026 | Expat Health, Insurance
Health insurance in the Netherlands needs careful checking because local rules may require residents or workers to take out Dutch basic health insurance. Whether this applies depends on your residence, work status, study status and personal circumstances. This guide...
