Relocating to Singapore for school will certainly be a high point in your education journey. Singapore has one of the most modern, well-organized and efficient healthcare systems in the world. But it is different for international students than for citizens and PRs (permanent residents) of Singapore. As an international student, there are no government subsidies available like there are for citizen/PRs. Therefore, without these subsidies, the cost of medical treatment in Singapore may be prohibitive. For example, a short stay in the hospital or even a small operation could easily wipe out your tuition money and what little you have saved. Therefore, having adequate private health insurance is absolutely necessary.

The excitement of moving to South Korea for study is tremendous. With all the things to do – such as finding housing, enrolling in courses, and getting familiar with the culture — it's easy for admin tasks to build on each other. But, there is one thing you need to take care of before you even get on a plane. Your health insurance.

You’re moving to Qatar for international education. This will undoubtedly be a large and exciting experience. 

Finding and purchasing a reliable health insurance plan in South Sudan will be a very important and time-consuming process. Due to the country’s continued growth in developing its national medical infrastructures, many residents still travel across the border to receive specialty medical care. So whether you’re planning on attending school as an international student, relocating with your family (as a head of household), choosing the correct health insurance is crucial. Without adequate insurance, even a minor medical issue in Juba could quickly turn into a financial disaster.

Moving abroad to attend school is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Along with new academic opportunities and different cultures, it also comes with many other new challenges such as obtaining reliable foreign health insurance. For international students that are moving to Eritrea, planning their care will require extra time and effort. Many of the hospitals in both Asmara (the capital city) and surrounding cities and towns have limited capabilities when compared to those located in larger metropolitan areas around the world. Therefore, you should consider having health insurance that can support you in two ways. First, the plan must be able to provide coverage for regular doctor's office visits. Second, it must provide emergency assistance including evacuating you from a local hospital to a medical facility in your home country if needed.