Be prepared with insurance as you study abroad

As students all over the world prepare to study in other countries, there’s always an excitement that follows those plans. The chance to witness other cultures first-hand, while still receiving an education that will truly last a lifetime, makes it an experience that will stay with a person forever.

It’s important, though, not to forget about a key element of this educational excursion: insurance. Staying safe while abroad should be a high priority for every student, and having the right insurance plan can bring that closer to a reality.

We wanted to share some reasons why travel medical and trip insurance plans are important for students who study abroad. Most of these factors may seem like no-brainers, but it’s important to consider them as you prepare to go on this fantastic adventure.

Among the elements that you need to consider are these:

• Trip cancelations or interruptions: Travel around the world can be unsettled, so issues with flights or other transportation will need to be guaranteed. The right insurance plan can reimburse you for pre-paid expenses if it’s canceled before departure, or it can refund normally non-refundable expenses if it ends early or is extended due to a covered reason.
• Emergency medical treatment: It’s the best idea to purchase a separate comprehensive travel medical plan to work together with travel insurance. Broader coverage for both short- or long-term medical treatments or emergencies can make a huge difference in security while you travel.
• Protection for passports or visas: If the unthinkable happens – your passport or visa documentation is stolen or lost – insurance can be invaluable in getting new documents so you can continue your travel or residency plans.
• Lost luggage: We’ve all heard some horror stories about this possibility, and it may have even happened to you or someone who know. Insurance plans can include a provision to reimburse the value of lost luggage and the contents inside.

Comprehensive insurance for your needs

While you are preparing to go on this journey, we can be one of the most valuable resources for you. Lewerglobal knows about the unique needs of students studying abroad, and we can help you prepare for the unexpected twists and turns along the way. Whether you are a student from the US traveling to another country, or you are a foreign exchange student who will be in the United States, we are able to find the right kind of insurance for you.

To learn more our services at Lewerglobal, call us at 800-821-7711 or visit our website.