Why should I choose a GeoBlue Plan?

* All GeoBlue products offer comprehensive benefits, unrivaled technology and unsurpassed protection.

* What short-term plan options are available? Single-trip plans up to 182 days in length GeoBlue Voyager®

* Up to $1,000,000 medical/$500,000 evacuation • Choice of medical limits and deductibles • Pre-existing condition coverage option

* Two levels of coverage: Essential and Choice • Primary U.S. health plan required for Choice option

* Groups of 5 or more travelers may be enrolled as a group with a group discount

* Multi-trip plans for unlimited trips that are a maximum of 70 days in length per trip GeoBlue Trekker® - Up to $250,000 medical/$500,000 evacuation • Choice of medical limits • Pre-existing conditions covered • Annual plan (70 days max. per trip) • Two levels of coverage are available: Essential and Choice • Primary U.S. health plan required for both Choice and Essential options

What long-term plan options are available?

* Global living plans for assignments or trips lasting 6 months or longer. GeoBlue Xplorer® - Primary health insurance for global living. Unlimited medical maximum, evacuation, preventive care, pre-existing conditions covered with creditable coverage and more

*Premier: Complete health insurance plan that you can use anywhere in the world

* Essential: Complete health coverage you can use anywhere outside the U.S. • Essential w/ Basic U.S. Benefits: Worldwide coverage, excluding the U.S., except for accident and sickness coverage during 3 visits to the U.S. per year, each trip lasting up to 21 days GeoBlue Navigator® - Complete, affordable worldwide coverage designed for career NGOs & missionaries, maritime crew members, students and faculty

GeoBlue BCBS provides access to English-speaking doctors in over 180 countries. They have a network of doctors from various specialties, including those certified by the American or Royal Board of Medical Specialties. The company also relies on recommendations from over 160 Physician Advisors worldwide. 

* Pre-existing Conditions Covered if Insured has US Health Insurance Including Medicare.

* GeoBlue Has Medical Evacuation and Transport Even Back To The US.

* See Horror Stories. I have real examples of how very important Medical Evacuation and Transport Is.

This is Important When Choosing an International Travel Or International Permanent Medical Insurance.

GeoBlue Travels with You

We know your life can be demanding. With so much to juggle, finding the healthcare you need, when you need it, should be easy. With BCBS International Travel and Expat Medical Insurance - GeoBlue, members have a worldwide, all-access pass to an exclusive level of care through our mobile tools. From filling a simple prescription, to translating your medical symptoms, to finding the right doctor at home or abroad or to 24/7 convenience of talking to a healthcare provider through our telemedicine services, our goal is to help you get the care you need in the way you prefer.

• GeoBlue Plans: 

  • GeoBlue offers plans designed to cover members anywhere outside the U.S. 
  • GeoBlue offers various plans, including Xplorer Essential, which is an annual plan with enrollment flexibility for U.S. residents and families who intend to be outside the U.S. for at least 3 months each year. 
• Applying from Overseas: 

  • While GeoBlue Voyager plans are sold to customers purchasing from inside the U.S., you may request a policy extension or a one-time consecutive re-enrollment while overseas. 
  • When determining a rate while overseas, you should use the zip code 20036, which is associated with the Global Citizen Association office in Washington D.C. 
  • You can enter "0" in the quoting tool if applying online while living overseas.  

GeoBlue BCBS Travel medical insurance

Most travel medical insurance does not cover or has very limited coverage of pre-existing conditions.

Being covered for pre-existing conditions and Medical Evacuation is an extremely valuable benefit as medical transport can cost thousands of dollars and more. European countries require you have qualified travel medical insurance per Schengen Treaty. You can be prevented from entering a country including Uk if no proof of insurance. You can also find yourself needing to pay a large medical bill on the spot. 

Geoblue is Blue Cross Blue Shield International Medical Insurance. 

Geoblue is the best international medical insurance for US residents or US citizens traveling or living outside the US. For Voyager Single Trip International travel plan You need to enroll in the US. 

If you are a US Citizen Or Resident GEOBLUE is your best choice. You can enroll from the US before your trip and you can cancel with full refund if done before your trip. GeoBlue covers pre-existing conditions if you have US Health Insurance including Medicare. GeoBlue plans provide medical transport including back to the US.

GeoBlue has an elite network of doctors from most every specialty ready to see you in over 180 countries.

Only a small fraction of doctors around the world meet GeoBlue’s exacting standards—participation is by invitation only. We seek out professionals certified by the American or Royal Board of Medical Specialties who speak English, and we factor in recommendations by over 158 Physician Advisors from all over the world.

We assemble in-depth provider profiles so our members can choose with confidence, and we put formal contracts in place to ensure preferred patient access. GeoBlue doctors and hospitals bill us directly so you don’t have to worry about filing a claim.

For members choosing a GeoBlue plan that offers benefits in the United States, you gain access to the largest national network and facilities that have been awarded the coveted Blue Distinction for superior medical outcomes. In the U.S., more than 80 percent of physicians and 90 percent of hospitals contract directly with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans.

HCCMIS Worldtrips international travel medical insurance plans are available to anyone anywhere.

Worldtrips Tokio Marine HCC is a $71B International specialty Insurance company. Many countries require you to have proof of medical insurance. Worldtrips meets Schengen, EU and other countries insurance requirements.  (See country requirements info below).

You could be asked to show proof of insurance to enter the UK, EU/Schengen Treaty Countries and other countries. With World you could be standing at the airport with your tablet, computer or phone and enroll in qualifying insurance plan on the spot. Problem solved. 

For any person of any nationality needing Schengen Approved and/or EU qualified Travel Medical Insurance or travel Medical Insurance for anyone anywhere including visitors to the US please email me at 

Info@InternationalTravelSafe.com and/or click here Worldtrips

If you do not have qualified travel medical insurance you may be prohibited from entering the country whether UK or EU Country. If you find yourself in that situation you can enroll right here on your phone, tablet or computer even if sitting in the airport. 

The list of countries that require travel insurance upon arrival had been gradually increasing over the years before the COVID-19 pandemic began.

* Negative experiences of unpaid medical bills by foreigners have caused hospitals and healthcare organizations to push for insurance requirements so that these incidents are less likely to happen.

Many countries have also implemented testing requirements and quarantines and mandated proof of health insurance that includes COVID-19 treatment coverage. See which countries require travel insurance, travel medical insurance, or COVID-19 coverage for entry.

Jump Ahead to See Your Travel Destination’s Requirements

Countries that Require Travel Insurance for Entry

Those planning to travel abroad to the following countries must ensure they have a travel insurance or travel medical insurance plan that provides the required coverage in their desired destination.

Schengen Area

Travelers planning to explore Europe may need to obtain a Schengen visa. This is a visa that citizens from certain countries—not including the U.S.—must carry in order to enter the 26 European states of the Schengen Area.

Easily solved with WorldTrips

Those who apply for a Schengen visa must provide proof of travel medical insurance that covers emergency medical expenses, hospitalization, and repatriation, according to the European Commission. The minimum coverage must be at least €30,000, and the insurance must be valid for the entire stay in the Schengen Area. 

Learn more about the Schengen visa.
Belarus

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE: “Do not travel to Belarus due to the arbitrary enforcement of laws, the risk of detention, the Russian military attack on neighboring Ukraine, and the buildup of Russian military in Belarus along the border with Ukraine. U.S. citizens in Belarus should depart immediately via commercial or private means.” Click here for important information for U.S. citizens seeking to depart Belarus.

This eastern European country requires travelers to have valid medical insurance for their trip to the country. The insurance plan must have a minimum coverage amount of 10,000 EUR (or about $11,000 USD) according to the U.S. Department of State Country Information page for Belarus.

Bhutan

This Asian country bordering China to the south requires visitors to have travel insurance valid for the duration of their trip. There are no specific coverage requirements for insurance, so just make sure you have it purchased before you travel. Get answers to any additional questions regarding Bhutan's entry requirement at the Bhutan Department of Tourism website. 

Brunei

Brunei is a country in Asia that is completely surrounded by Malaysia. If your travels lead you here, make sure you have health insurance. All travelers to Brunei must provide proof of travel health insurance covering COVID-19-related costs. Travelers’ policies must cover a minimum of $50,000 BND (or about $37,000 USD). Visit the U.S. Embassy for Brunei website for more entry requirements and details.

Cuba

Travelers must provide proof of a valid travel medical insurance plan that includes COVID-19 coverage prior to travel or buy Cuban medical insurance coverage at the airport upon arrival. Contact the Embassy of Cuba for further information regarding medical insurance requirements. There are no specific minimums or coverage requirements for Cuba—just proof of valid insurance. Visit the U.S. Department of State - Cuba website for up-to-date information about Cuba’s medical insurance requirements.

IMPORTANT! Medicare typically does NOT provide coverage outside of the U.S. Medicare participants can purchase a supplemental medical insurance plan to visit countries that require proof of insurance. Read more about Medicare coverage outside the U.S. and additional options.

Fiji

Plan your trip to the island nation of Fiji and don't forget to purchase your mandatory health insurance. Make sure your health insurance plan covers COVID-19-related expenses before you book your trip. Your insurance policy document should include the following information: 

Israel

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Israel requires all foreign nationals to present proof of health insurance. This insurance must include coverage for COVID-19-related expenses. Note that this requirement doesn’t apply to travelers arriving from Ukraine during the war. Check the Israeli Population and Immigration Authority website for the most up-to-date information.

Laos

Laos is an Asian country that borders Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. Visitors to this country must have health insurance that covers COVID-19. Policies must cover at least $50,000 in expenses. Travelers must also download the registration app and the contract-tracing app for their trip. Get more details regarding entry requirements from the Laos Tourism page.

Myanmar

Visitors to the country of Myanmar must have travel accident insurance with COVID-19 coverage purchased from Myanmar Insurance. Travelers will also need to fill out a health declaration form and provide proof of a COVID-19 vaccination in order to enter the country. Keep in mind masks are mandatory in public settings throughout the country. For details regarding Myanmar's entry requirements for COVID-19, visit the country's Ministry of Immigration and Population website.

Palestine

Does your travel include the Occupied Palestinian Territories? Like Israel, you will need to make sure you have a health insurance policy that covers COVID-19. You can visit the Occupied Palestinian Territory Foreign Travel Advice page for the most up-to-date information on entry requirements. 

Russia

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE: “Do not travel to Russia due to the unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian military forces in Ukraine, the potential for harassment against U.S. citizens by Russian government security officials, the Embassy’s limited ability to assist U.S. citizens in Russia, COVID-19 and related entry restrictions, terrorism, limited flights into and out of Russia, and the arbitrary enforcement of local law. U.S. citizens should depart Russia immediately.” Click here for important information for U.S. citizens seeking to depart Russia.

Saudi Arabia

Travelers to Saudi Arabia must have valid health insurance that covers the cost of COVID-19 treatment in order to enter. Travelers must also complete a registration form and a health declaration form and download the contact-tracing app. Have more questions regarding Saudi Arabia’s entry requirements? Visit the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia website.

Ukraine

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE: “Do not travel to Ukraine due to Russian military invasion… U.S. citizens in Ukraine should depart immediately if it is safe to do so using any commercial or other privately available ground transportation options. U.S. citizens should not travel to Ukraine due to the active armed conflict and the singling out of U.S. citizens in Ukraine by Russian government security officials. All U.S. citizens should carefully monitor U.S. government notices and local and international media outlets for information about changing security conditions and alerts to shelter in place." Click here for important information for U.S. citizens in Ukraine seeking emergency assistance.

Ukraine requires all foreigners to have travel insurance. Insurance may be provided by one of several types of companies:

Uruguay

This South American country requires visitors to provide proof of health insurance while visiting. It is recommended that insurance cover COVID-19-related expenses, but not required. Travelers also need to fill out the mandatory health declaration form prior to traveling. The Uruguay Tourism website is a great resource for reviewing entry requirements and procedures for the country.

Why Else Might I Need Travel Medical Insurance?

Even if you’re traveling to a country that doesn’t require travel medical insurance or COVID-19 coverage, there may be certain situations where travel insurance coverage can be helpful, like:

When common sense isn’t enough to keep you safe, a benefit like Atlas Travel’s Crisis Response coverage can help pay costs associated with ransom and loss of personal belongings. It also provides an experienced, multilingual crisis response team to support your family and negotiate your release. Make sure to check your plan’s policy documents for limitations regarding the Crisis Response benefit.  

Requirements Are Constantly Changing

Countries are continuing to implement medical insurance requirements and COVID-19 coverage requirements for their visitors. The U.S. Embassy websites for countries often have the most up-to-date information on what the country may or may not require. Stay informed for your next foreign adventure.