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SCHOLAR Insurance

J-1 Visa Scholars & J-2 Dependents,

Cultural Exchange Visitor Programs

J-1 Visa Health Insurance Requirements

 

Our health insurance meets the J-Visa Insurance Requirements!

J-1 Visa Scholars, Cultural Exchange participants and their Dependents are required to have and maintain continuous medical insurance coverage for the duration of their stay in the USA, with the following Minimum Coverage:

  • Medical Coverage of at least $100,000 per accident or illness

  • Repatriation of Remains in the amount of $25,000

  • Expenses associated with the Medical Evacuation of the Scholar or Exchange Visitor to his or her home country in the amount of $50,000

  • A Deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness

With health insurance plans designed specifically for J-1 Visa Scholars and Cultural Exchange Visitors, we've done the homework so you don't have to!

J-1  Scholars & J-2  Dependents

 

J-1 SCHOLAR & J-2 DEPENDENT (Family) Health Insurance provides the right balance of Value and required insurance Coverage ​to keep you safe and healthy while Studying Abroad.  We can help keep your Budget Healthy, too!

Coverage for J-1 Scholars, Dependents and Cultural Exchange Visitors to the USA meets all J-1 Visa insurance requirements.  Be sure to purchase at least $100,000 Medical Coverage or higher to meet the J-1 insurance requirment!

J-1 Visa Health Insurance is ideal for:

  • J-1 Individuals or Groups participating in Educational Programs

  • Cultural Exchange Visitors

  • International Graduate Students

  • International Scholars, Educators & Teacher Exchanges

  • J-2 Dependents of Participants on international Study or Cultural Exchange Programs

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J-1  SCHOLAR Insurance
Meets J-1 Visa Requirements!

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ROYAL

ACA-Comparable

ROYAL is ACA-Comparable Health Insurance with Unlimited Medical Coverage and Choice of Deductibles

  • ROYAL 500 as low as $967 /year

  • ROYAL 100 as low as $1,314 / year

  • ROYAL PLUS as low as $1,843 / year

For Students with F-1, M-1 or J-1 visas, ROYAL offers comprehensive and affordable health insurance to Students going to the USA for an undergraduate or graduate program.

Includes Pre-Existing Conditions (no waiting period), Preventive Care, Mental Health & Maternity coverages.

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SCHOLAR

J-1 Compliant

Choose from 2 WellAway J-1 plans (SCHOLAR and PREMIER) that meet the requirements of the US Department of State for Scholars on a J-1 Visa.

 

Acceptable J-1 Visa categories are:  J-1 Research Scholar, J-1 Professor, or J-1 Short-Term Scholar.

 

J-1 Visa holder must be primary in order to add J-2 Dependents​​.

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SCHOLAR

ACA-Comparable

UnitedHealthcare is ACA-Comparable Insurance with Unlimited Medical Coverage & Choice of Deductibles

for about $1,500 per year!

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EXPLORER

No Visa Required!

EXPLORER (Plan E Plus) is essential health insurance for Students, Study Abroad, Schools & Any Travelers Worldwide and includes Mental Health

 

Inexpensive Daily Rates, with a choice of Medical ($100,000 to $1,000,000) and Deductibles ($0 up to $500), EXPLORER meets many needs & budgets.  $100K+ is J-1 Visa compliant

Dependents can enroll independently, even without the primary F-1 or J-1..

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PATRIOT

Exchange (PEP)

PEP is Ideal for Students & Exchange Visitors!

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CROMO

$100K or $250K

CROMO is recommended for Students with an F-1, M-1 or J-1 visa, and provides comprehensive and VERY affordable health insurance for Students going to the USA for an undergraduate or graduate program.

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STUDENT

Health Advantage

Student Health Advantage (SHA) provides a higher level of coverage for Students studying abroad worldwide, and the SHA Platinum plan offers some additional coverage for Maternity and Pre-Existing Conditions.

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STUDENT

Secure

StudentSecure offers FOUR levels of coverage, Basic, Smart and Elite to meet most needs and budgets for Students studying away from home.

Smart and Elite plans include Maternity and some Pre-Existing Conditions coverage.

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GeoBLUE

Navigator Plan

GeoBlue Navigator is medically-underwritten health insurance for more comprehensive coverage while Studying Abroad outside your home country.  Get better coverage with GeoBLUE Navigator today!

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Medical Evacuation & Repatriation

  • Annual Coverage Designed for J Visa and Student visas.

  • Any non-U.S. citizen and non-U.S. resident who is traveling to the USA and participating in full-time educational activities can buy this plan. 



     

Students, J-Visa, OPT & Study Abroad
Health Insurance while Studying Away from Home

About VISIT International
STUDENT & TRAVELER
Health Insurance

At VISIT® International Health Insurance, we offer superior health insurance plans designed to meet the specific needs of International Students, Study Abroad, Schools & Travelers. With a focus on reliability and customer satisfaction, we are your trusted partner for the best health coverage.  Since 1979, we've satisfied over 1 Million clients just like you!  Try us Today!

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