International Health Insurance for Europe

Expatriate Group offers tailored international health insurance for individuals and families living across Europe. We provide access to comprehensive medical cover, ensuring you can receive treatment at top facilities in your chosen country. Our plans are designed to give peace of mind, whether you need routine care, emergency treatment, or specialist services, keeping your healthcare fully covered while you live and work in Europe.

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Health insurance for expats in Europe

Having international health insurance whilst you live in Europe ensures your healthcare needs are fully covered, so you can focus on enjoying life abroad.

Expatriate Group’s plans offer a range of benefits and flexible options, allowing you to choose the right level of cover for routine care, specialist treatment, or emergencies across European countries.

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Health insurance for expats in Europe

What is international health insurance for Europe?

International health insurance for expats in Europe provides comprehensive medical coverage for those who are living abroad on the continent. With Expatriate Group, you can access private healthcare for routine treatments and unexpected medical needs across European countries. Our plans include prompt cover and 24/7 support, to ensure you maintain convenient access to healthcare services that fit your lifestyle and ongoing requirements whilst you’re living in Europe.

What is international health insurance for Europe?

Do I need health insurance as an expat in Europe?

Healthcare access across European countries can differ depending on your residency status and local regulations. In some nations, public healthcare might not be immediately available to new expats, or eligibility could be restricted, which means private health insurance is an essential consideration for expats. Certain countries also require proof of medical cover as part of visa or residency applications.

Even where public healthcare is accessible, it might not provide the speed, choice, or facilities you expect. Routine treatments, specialist care, or emergency services could involve long waiting times or limited options. Without insurance, these costs can quickly add up, which could leave you exposed to significant medical expenses.

International health insurance for Europe ensures you can access high-quality medical care whenever you need it. Expatriate Group offers flexible plans tailored for expats, giving reassurance, comprehensive cover, and access to trusted healthcare providers throughout the continent.

Do I need health insurance as an expat in Europe?

Why choose us

Why choose Expatriate Group for your international health insurance for Europe

Expatriate Group has extensive experience providing international health insurance across Europe, helping expats access reliable medical care wherever they live. We work with trusted healthcare providers throughout the continent to ensure you can receive the treatment you need, when you need it.

Our emergency helpline is available 24/7, 365 days a year, with support by phone, email, or online chat. We can also provide multilingual assistance to help you navigate urgent situations quickly and efficiently.

Unlike some providers, Expatriate Group does not restrict you to a fixed hospital network. This allows you the freedom to choose clinics and hospitals that suit your needs, whether that’s proximity to your home, access to specialist care, or facilities that meet your personal preferences while living in Europe.

Why choose us

Why choose Expatriate Group for your international health insurance for Europe

Policy Benefits

Benefits of health insurance for expats living in Europe

Living in Europe can bring exciting new experiences, but it’s vital you have reliable healthcare in place. Expatriate Group’s international health insurance provides comprehensive cover for both routine care and unexpected medical needs, helping you feel secure while abroad.

Below are just some of the benefits of our international health insurance for Europe:

Private
hospital care

Including surgeries, specialist fees, anaesthetists, and intensive care

Prescribed medicines
and diagnostic tests

Covering MRIs, CAT, and PET scans

Accidental emergency
dental care

Covering treatment for unexpected dental injuries

GP and specialist
consultations

Including outpatient surgeries and chronic condition management

Emergency
medical transportation

Ensuring you reach the nearest appropriate medical facility when needed

Oncology and
cancer treatment

Comprehensive coverage for serious conditions

Insurance plans

What’s the best health insurance for expats in Europe?

We understand that your healthcare needs will be specific to you and vary depending on your age, location, and personal medical requirements. That’s why we offer a range of international health insurance plans designed for expats, to give you the flexibility to choose cover that suits your lifestyle and ensure you have reliable protection while living in Europe.

Select

Plan
  • Comprehensive plan
  • Maternity care
  • Dental care
  • Optical care

Primary+

Plan
  • Hospital care
  • Outpatient care
  • Emergency dental
  • Diagnostic tests

Primary+ Lite

Plan
Primary + Lite
  • Hospital care
  • Prescribed medicine
  • Emergency transportations
  • Emergency dental treatment

Primary

Plan
  • Hospital treatment
  • Doctor and specialist fees
  • Outpatient surgeries
  • Prescriptions and drugs
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Policy Benefits

The Benefit Schedule

Below is a summary of the benefits included in each of the four international healthcare insurance plans. For more information get in touch with Expatriate Group today.

  Select Primary+ Primary+lite Primary
Income Replacement
Accidental Death and Permanent Total Disability† $/€/£100,000
† For Terms and Conditions see separate PAI Policy Wording
Hospital Benefits
Annual Aggregate Maximum $/€/£5,000,000 $/€/£1,500,000 €/£/$1,000,000 $/€/£1,000,000
Private Hospital Bed Yes Yes Yes Yes
Surgeries, Anaesthetists’ fees, Operating Theatre, Specialist, Physician and Nursing Fees, Intensive Care. Yes Yes Yes Yes
Prescribed Medicine and Drugs Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures (including MRI, CAT, PET) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Oncology/Cancer Treatment Yes Yes Yes Yes
Psychiatric 30 days 30 days 30 days 30 days
Home Nursing (following hospitalisation) 30 days 30 days 30 days 30 days
Hospital Cash Benefit $/€/£150 per night $/€/£100 per night $/€/£100 per night $/€/£75 per night
Rehabilitation (following hospitalisation) $/€/£2,000 $/€/£2,000 $/€/£2,000 $/€/£2,000
Parent Accommodation Yes Yes Yes Yes
Second Opinion for Surgery Yes Yes Yes Yes
Organ Transplant $/€/£300,000 $/€/£150,000 $/€/£150,000 $/€/£100,000
Outpatient & GP Benefits
Family doctor, GP, Specialist and Physician consultations fees; including outpatient surgeries Yes Yes Yes Yes
Prescribed Medicine and Drugs Yes Yes Outpatient benefits capped at €/£/$1000 for pre-hospitalisation and then for 60 days following a valid hospitalisation
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures (including MRI, CAT, PET) Yes Yes
Physiotherapy & Alternative Medicine 20 sessions 10 sessions 10 sessions
Management of Chronic Conditions $/€/£100,000 $/€/£20,000
Oncology/Cancer Treatment Yes Yes Yes Yes
Psychiatric 10 sessions/$/€/£3,000 10 sessions/$/€/£3,000
Assistance Services & Special Benefits
Emergency Medical Transportation Yes Yes Yes Yes
Local Ambulance Yes Yes Yes Yes
Expenses for accompanying Dependent        
    Travel Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Accommodation & Subsistence $/€/£150 per day $/€/£100 per day $/€/£100 per day $/€/£75 per day
Repatriation of Mortal Remains $/€/£10,000 $/€/£5,000 $/€/£5,000 $/€/£5,000
Compassionate Travel Yes Yes Yes Yes
Family Compassionate Travel $/€/£250 $/€/£250 $/€/£250 $/€/£250
Terminal & Palliative Care $/€/£30,000 $/€/£20,000 $/€/£20,000 $/€/£15,000
HIV, AIDS & ARCS $/€/£50,000 (lifetime) $/€/£50,000 (lifetime) $/€/£50,000 (lifetime)
Maternity Care
Complications of Pregnancy 100% $/€/£5,000 $/€/£5,000
Normal Delivery $/€/£7,500*
Elective Caesarean Operation $/€/£7,500*
Non-elective Caesarean Operation $/€/£7,500*
Home Delivery $/€/£7,500*
Home Nursing following Home Delivery 5 days*
New Born Care $/€/£25,000*
* = Excludes costs incurred in first 12 months
Dental Care
Accidental Emergency Dental Treatment Yes Yes Yes Yes
Routine Dental Treatment $/€/£750
Basic Restorative Dental Treatment $/€/£750
Major Restorative Dental Treatment $/€/£1,000
Dental benefits (except Accidental) are subject to a 20% co-pay
Optical Care
Examinations & Lenses (inc. contact lenses) $/€/£150
Preventative Care
Annual Medical Check-up $/€/£ 300 $/€/£ 250
Travel Vaccinations Yes
Cervical Smears Yes
Mammograms Yes
Prostate Cancer Screening Yes
Yes = 100% refund to policy annual maximum aggregate, * = Excludes costs incurred in first 12 months
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