Visitor to Canada and Supervisa travel insurance
Enjoy peace of mind from your first day in Canada: medical coverage in case of emergency
Why get Visitor to Canada travel insurance?
If you are coming to Canada as a tourist, temporary worker, refugee or family member of a resident, it’s important to know that you will not have access to the public health care system during your stay.
If you have applied for a SuperVisa for parents or grandparents, you have to provide proof of purchase of a private insurance with coverage for at least 1 year from the day you enter Canada, and $100 000 CAD.
A hospital visit, emergency surgery or even a simple ambulance ride can cost thousands of dollars without insurance.
Visitor to Canada insurance will cover the unexpected expenses you incur during a medical emergency while visiting Canada.
Your health protected throughout your stay
KEY BENEFITS OF VISITORS TO CANADA INSURANCE
X-rays and Laboratory services during an emergency
Emergency hospitalization, surgeries and physician fees
Prescription medication prescribed following and emergency
Emergency dental care
Ground, air or sea ambulance services
24/7 emergency assistance by phone
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – VISITOR TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR CANADA
What are the requirements to get visitor insurance for Canada?
• Have legal status un Canada
• Meet eligibilty criteria
• Provide a Canadian address (hotel or other)
• Provide basic information (questionnaire if applicable)
• Pay the full premium
Who should get visitor travel insurance?
Tourists, visiting family members, temporary workers, refugees and Canadians who have lost their provincial coverage.
Can I buy it after arriving in Canada?
Yes, but some insurers apply a waiting period of 48 hours and up to 7 days to any claim related to sickness. Ideally, you want to apply for insurance before you leave your country of residence.
Are pre-existing medical conditions covered?
It depends of the insurance company and the plan purchased. When the policy offers coverage for pre-existing medical conditions these have to meet the stability required by the insurance company.
What if I need ongoing medical care?
The insurance covers the initial emergency. Ongoing treatment for a chronic condition must be paid out of pocket.
How much coverage is recommended?
Considering medical costs in Canada, $50 000 CAD is the basic recommended option. For a long stay, specially for visitors 60+ or with pre-existing medical condtions a coverage of $100 000 CAD is preferable.
A SuperVisa applicant must provide proof of insurance with a minimum emergency coverage of $100 000 CAD.
HEALTH FIRST!
TRAVEL TO CANADA SAFELY WITH THE PLAN THAT FITS YOUR NEEDS
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