Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited, formerly known as Max Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited has recently introduced its latest offering, the student travel plan under the TravelAssure product, which is designed to provide comprehensive health insurance coverage for students studying abroad, whether it be for short-term or long-term courses.
Recognizing the myriad of opportunities that studying abroad offers, Niva Bupa Health Insurance aims to ease the unique challenges that come with being in a foreign country, especially when it comes to healthcare.
The Niva Bupa Student Travel Plan is available for students based in India or any other foreign country. This seamless and reliable insurance solution is tailored to their specific needs, ensuring that students can focus on their academic pursuits and personal growth without any unnecessary worries about healthcare or travel-related expenses.
What are some key highlights of the student travel plan?
Coverage up to $500,000: The plan offers a substantial coverage amount of up to $500,000, providing a safety net for students' healthcare needs.
Flexible deductible options: Students can choose from deductible options of $100, $50, or 0, allowing them to customize their plan according to their financial preferences.
Maternity and newborn baby coverage: Understanding that some students may be studying abroad with their families, the plan includes coverage for maternity and newborn baby expenses, ensuring the well-being of both parents and children.
Repatriation of mortal remains: In the unfortunate event of a student's demise abroad, the plan covers the expenses of repatriating the mortal remains back to their home country.
Coverage for dental treatment and medical evacuation: The plan offers comprehensive coverage for dental treatment and medical evacuation, providing students with essential healthcare services.
In addition to medical benefits, the plan also covers various travel-related contingencies that students may encounter during their international journey. From loss or delay of baggage to trip interruptions or cancellations, loss of personal belongings, and even the loss of important documents like passports and driving licenses, the plan ensures students are safeguarded against unforeseen circumstances during their stay abroad.
Dr. Bhabatosh Mishra, Director - Underwriting, Products, and Claims at Niva Bupa Health Insurance, acknowledges the emotional rollercoaster that parents experience when their children go abroad for higher studies. While proud of their achievements, parents are equally anxious about their well-being in an unfamiliar land.
The Student Travel Plan aims to alleviate these concerns by providing comprehensive health insurance coverage, ensuring that students have access to the best healthcare facilities wherever they may be, without worrying about expenses.
