Archive for the 'Other - Europe' Category

Insurance for an American while living in Italy?

Friday, January 30th, 2009

mereberry asked: Can anyone give me some advice about getting health insurance while living in Italy? I am an american citizen and my husband has just gotten a job there so we are planning a move to Rome. I won’t be working there, but his institution will not pay for my health insurance. Are there [...]

How to get an international health insurance for 5 days to satisfy the Schengen visa requirements for France?

Friday, January 2nd, 2009

Neo asked: I am traveling to France soon and the Sheghen visa requires me to produce the follow: “A letter from your insurance company (+ 1 copy) stating that you will be covered for any medical expenses, hospitalization and repatriation for at least $45,000 during your stay in Europe.” The insurance available on the [...]