We all love international travel, but when you travel abroad for any length of time, knowing what to pack and how much to take can be a daunting task. In most cases, your school or organization you are traveling with should give you some guidance on what you should take and how much – you […]
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The Top 5 Packing Tips When Studying Abroad
May 28th, 2013 by Ross MasonHow to Evaluate International Student Insurance Plans
May 24th, 2013 by Ross MasonWith the summer travel season coming up, and with the new school year just a few months away, many students will be busily getting everything ready for their adventure abroad. In some cases your school will offer international insurance coverage, however in some cases this may not fit your needs or you may want to […]
Monthly Travel Warning Email Alert
May 14th, 2013 by Ross MasonEach month, as a resource to the international student and international education community, we report on the changes to the US State Department Travel Warning list that occurred in the previous month through our blog. This quick overview summary at the beginning of each month keeps you up-to-date with the latest changes, without bogging you down in […]
J1 Visa Insurance Plans
May 6th, 2013 by Ross MasonIf you are looking to come to the USA, the J1 visa is one of the more common visa categories that will let you work, study and spend up to 1 year (possibly more depending on the program) in the USA. The J1 visa is a student visa, so its not available to everyone, but […]
Czech Republic Visa Insurance
November 13th, 2009 by Ross MasonAs you prepare for your upcoming trip to the Czech Republic – whether for business or pleasure – it is important to become familiar with the country’s entry requirements. The Czech Republic is considered one of the Schengen countries. What does this mean? This is a group of countries that have signed the Schengen agreement. […]
Italian Visa Insurance Requirements
December 19th, 2008 by Ross MasonAs many of you might know, the Italian Embassy requires non-European citizens to have proof of health insurance. The policy needs to provide coverage specifically in Italy and meet the specific health insurance requirements the Italian Embassy has set forth. The Italian government requires a signed declaration from the insurance company, also known as the […]
