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There are several places you can get vaccines and medicine before you travel.

Call your doctor or local health department to see if they can provide pre-travel advice, vaccines, and medicines.

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If you want to see a travel medicine specialist, the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) can help you find a clinic.

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If you need yellow fever vaccine you must get vaccinated at an authorized yellow fever vaccine clinic. Many of these clinics also give other shots and medicines.

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Travel Medicine Clinics Overview

A visit to a Mayo Clinic travel medicine clinic before you depart on an international trip can help ensure a safer, smoother experience.

If you're planning a trip overseas, make one of your first stops a consultation with specialists in the travel medicine clinics at Mayo's campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Availability of services may vary among locations. Please confirm when you request an appointment.

You meet with a travel medicine specialist who is knowledgeable about current health risks worldwide and who will promote safe and healthy travels by offering counseling, recommendations, vaccinations, prescriptions and, if needed, a referral to another expert for complex medical conditions.

Virtual visits

You might be eligible for virtual pretravel consultations. If you're interested in this option, talk with the patient appointment specialist when you contact us to schedule an appointment.

COVID-19 and international travel

International travel has become more complex due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and some countries have exit and entry requirements. Your travel medicine specialist will be able to help you prepare for these requirements so that you have a smoother travel experience.

Before your trip

Schedule an appointment for a pretravel consultation with a Mayo Clinic travel medicine clinic well before you depart so the travel medicine specialist can help you prepare. Ideally, this appointment would occur as soon as travel plans are established and at least two weeks — and preferably 4-8 weeks — before departure. When requesting an appointment for pretravel consultation, be prepared to inform the patient appointment specialist of the following:

• All countries being visited
• Dates and duration of travel
• Any unusual circumstances

At or preferably before the appointment, you will want to provide copies of all available immunization records (including the International Certificate of Vaccination, commonly referred to as the yellow card). Doing so will expedite your clinic visit and may decrease the number of vaccines you are advised to receive.

Your in-depth pre-travel consultation may include:

• A country-by-country assessment of all health risks specific for your travel itinerary, such as exotic infectious agents, altitude sickness and heat exhaustion
• A review of your medical and immunization history profile with advice for health promotion and illness prevention
• Advice for the high-risk traveler
• Immunization recommendations, counseling and administration of vaccines to prevent illnesses
• Vector precautions counseling
• Malaria prevention counseling, with prescriptions if needed
• Traveler's diarrhea counseling for prevention and self-treatment, with antibiotic prescription if needed
• Identification of health resources in the countries you'll be visiting
• Counseling on travel-related risks such as altitude sickness, with preventive prescriptions if needed
• An opportunity to ask questions about the unique health and safety concerns for your travel itinerary

You will leave your travel medicine clinic appointment with much helpful and up-to-date information.

After your trip

• Depending on where you're going and for how long, the travel clinic may recommend a routine follow-up evaluation after your return.
• If you return sick, the travel clinic staff members are Mayo Clinic infectious diseases experts who provide comprehensive post-travel consultations for evaluation and treatment of travel-related illness, including parasitic and other diseases common to tropical regions but uncommon in the United States.
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International Travel Clinic

Serving students, faculty, staff, and campus affiliates.

The UHS International Travel Clinic guides members of the campus community in protecting their health while traveling throughout the world.

The Travel Clinic uses the most current information available from the Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, and Shoreland’s computerized Travel Health Information Services. Your personalized travel package for a healthful, safe trip includes the following:

• Travel consultation with medical professionals
• Required and recommended immunizations based on your itinerary, personal history of immunizations, and planned activities during your trip
• Official International Certificate of Vaccination (upon request)
• Prescriptions to prevent malaria, and altitude illness and treat travelers’ diarrhea, as appropriate
• General travel advice on precautionary measures for food, drink, climate, and recreational activities 

Travel Consultations

Travel Consultations are required in order to receive travel vaccines such as Typhoid, Yellow Fever, and Japanese Encephalitis.  Travel consultations are ideally scheduled for 6 to 8 weeks before traveling, and no more than 6 months in advance as information may not be current by the time travel occurs. Travel consultations are by appointment only (see right column for details). There is a charge for the consultation, in addition to charges for immunizations and medications. See sample fees .

Travel consultations are available in person or by phone (students only). If traveling within 2 weeks, an in-person appointment is preferred so that necessary vaccines can be started as soon as possible. Please complete the Travel Intake Questionnaire (see below) and upload all available immunization records at least 1 day before your appointment.

Travel Intake Questionnaire

After you schedule your appointment, please complete the Travel Intake Questionnaire at least 1 day before your appointment. You will be asked to provide your medical history, immunization history, and details about your upcoming travel. Please be as accurate as possible when providing the travel dates and countries (in the order you will be traveling). If there are any changes to your itinerary, please call the Travel Clinic as we may need to adjust the recommendations that will be provided.  

Students/Faculty/Staff: Complete the questionnaire online via eTang . Click on the Appointments tab -> Scroll down to Currently Scheduled Appointments -> Click ‘Complete Questionnaire’ for your Travel Consult Appointment. Upload your immunization records by clicking on the Medical Clearances tab -> click on ‘Update’ next to Immunization Record

If you do not have access to eTang:  Print and complete the questionnaire. Bring it along with your immunization records to your appointment.

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Scheduling Travel Appointments

• Schedule your travel consultation six to eight weeks before departure when possible.

Schedule online via eTang (students only), call (510) 643-7177, or stop by the Travel and Immunization reception desk on the first floor of the Tang Center.  

Complete the Travel Intake Questionnaire and upload immunization records at least 1 day before your appointment.

Phone: (510) 643-7177

Latest schedule is available on our Hours of Operation webpage.

The Travel Clinic is closed for University holidays.

Location: The Travel Clinic is located on the first floor of University Health Services, Tang Center, 2222 Bancroft Way. 

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Welcome to World Travel Care!

World Travel Care, LLC, is a comprehensive traveler’s health clinic, providing expert consultation, immunizations, and travel advice. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, solo or with a group, our clinical team offers the information and protection you need, specific for your itinerary, to help safeguard you on your journey. We also offer a traveling flu clinic, bringing influenza vaccines to your employees to help make sure your office is prepared for the upcoming flu season.

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Pre-Travel Consultations

Is there Zika in Puerto Rico? Rabies in India? At World Travel Care, our expert travel practitioner will review your entire itinerary day-by-day with you and discuss the major infectious disease risks that you might be exposed to.

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Travel Vaccinations

One of your best defenses against infectious diseases in this world is your own immune system! At World Travel Care, we offer those needed travel vaccines to help boost your immune system to help protect you on your journey.

Flu Clinics

An outbreak of influenza can devastate an office, harming productivity and putting your employees at serious health risk. Let us come to you and provide education and flu vaccinations to your office.

CDC Travel Health Notices

Travel notices are designed to inform travelers and clinicians about current health issues related to specific international destinations. These issues may arise from disease outbreaks, special events or gatherings, and natural disasters that may affect travelers’ health.

Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, Indonesia, Sudan, Mali, Botswana, Zambia, Republic of the Congo , Burundi, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Tanzania, including Zanzibar, Guinea, Mauritania, Egypt, Zimbabwe, Angola, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone

Many international destinations are reporting increased numbers of cases of measles. Country List : Afghanistan, Angola, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Gabon, India, Indonesia, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Republic of the Congo , Senegal, Somalia, Republic of South Sudan, Sudan, Tajikistan, Togo, Yemen, Zambia, Nepal, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Mauritania, Lebanon, Equatorial Guinea, Syria, Ghana, Kazakhstan, Burkina Faso, Turkey, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Libya, Burundi, Romania, Malaysia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Philippines, Timor-Leste (East Timor)

There are outbreaks of Oropouche fever in parts of Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. Travelers to affected areas should take steps to avoid bug bites. Country List : Brazil, Bolivia, Peru

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International Travel Clinic

Campus Health offers:

• Travel Clinic Services for those UNC-Chapel Hill community members - students, post-docs, faculty and staff - who will be traveling internationally.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination for anyone age 18 and up.

Our goal is to prepare UNC-Chapel Hill travelers with appropriate health and security information as well as immunizations and medications to help reduce the risk of illness and injury related to international travel.

The travel clinic provides:

• Information concerning health risks in destination countries. You will receive specific materials for your destination(s).
• Administration of vaccines recommended or possibly required for your destination(s) to prevent illnesses.
• Medications to help prevent malaria, altitude sickness and to self-treat diarrhea if it occurs while traveling.
• Educational materials with helpful and up-to-date information about travel-related topics. Knowledge is empowering. We want you to know how to protect yourself against infectious diseases and other travel concerns.
• Recommendations tailored to you and your itinerary taking into consideration your immunization and medical history, your current medications, allergies, your planned activities and type of accommodations.

A Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner with a Certificate of Travel Health from the International Society of Travel Medicine reviews each itinerary and questionnaire to prepare recommendations.

The cost for this service is $60 for eligible students ; $75 for non-students. The charge for travel clinic services is assessed upon submission of the travel clinic questionnaire and is not refundable. There is not a separate charge for the appointment. Charges for vaccines and medications will be filed to insurance; patients are responsible for charges not covered by insurance.

Start taking the steps toward a healthy trip , including filling out a travel questionnaire as soon as you know your plans - about 3 months before your trip is a great time to start. Some travel vaccines take up to a month to complete. If proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for your destination, it is not valid until 10 days after administration.  So beginning this process weeks to days before departure is not ideal, but our travel clinic services can still be beneficial.

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Travel medicine : Protecting your health, both abroad and back home

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Our goal is to protect the health of travelers by providing exemplary clinical care along with specific advice and information for each traveler both prior to their trip and after their return.

About travel medicine appointments

Schedule your visit at the clinic 6-8 weeks prior to the start of your trip to allow your immune system to increase antibodies against the diseases against which you have been immunized and provide sufficient time for any additional issues that might arise.

We will do a comprehensive assessment of health risks for your specific international travel.

You will receive counseling to minimize disease risks.

We will recommend and prescribe immunizations and medications for protection against communicable diseases.

Bring to your appointment

A detailed itinerary, including dates of travel and countries you will be entering and airport layovers.

Any regions you will be visiting and specific activities you may be doing (such as trekking).

A record of your previous immunizations. If you have a Certificate of International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (Yellow card), you should bring this to your appointment.

A current list of any medications.

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You can create your own price estimate for common procedures and services. This feature is available for both MyChart and non-MyChart users.

MyChart users can create their own estimate for many common services. This will be linked to your patient record. To create an estimate:

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If you do not have a MyChart account, you can request an estimate for common procedures and services on as a guest. This estimate will not be linked to your patient record.

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UW Health proactively provides some estimates prior to services. You may receive this estimate via MyChart or in the US mail.

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The UW Health Travel Clinic is at University Hospital in Madison. Our clinic is a Wisconsin State Department of Health and CDC-designated center for yellow fever vaccine.

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Preparing for international travel can be both exciting and nerve-racking. If this is your first time traveling abroad, you may have many questions, including what vaccines you need, what foods are safe to eat and if your health insurance has you covered overseas.

The Henry Ford International Travel Health Clinic can help you prepare for your trip. Our team of educated staff will customize a travel health plan around your health status, travel location and any activities you have planned so you can remain healthy as you travel. Our Travel Clinic is certified by the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM), and we strictly follow CDC travel guidelines.

Based on your destination, we'll provide details on potential health and safety risks (such as food and water safety as well as insect precautions). You will leave your clinic visit prepared and ready to start your international adventure.

Payment for services

Travel Clinic services can be billed to your health insurance plan if you have an in-network contracted insurance plan with Henry Ford Health. Your out-of-pocket costs may vary based on your health insurance plan coverage.

*Call your health insurance provider before your visit to verify benefits and out of pocket costs.

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Division of Infectious Diseases Travel Clinic

The Division of Infectious Diseases Travel Clinic is here to help you have a safer, healthier trip abroad. Our team offers pre-travel immunizations, vaccines and medications to prevent disease. We also consult on:

• Precautions to take when visiting certain countries
• Healthcare access abroad, medication schedule and other common travel-related issues
• The concerns of travelers who are pregnant, immunocompromised or have an underlying medical condition
• Managing environmental risks, including high-altitude travel
• COVID-related concerns

Information for Travelers

The following immunizations and vaccines are available at our clinic:

• COVID-19, primary and booster doses
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Japanese encephalitis
• Measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
• Pneumococcus 
• Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Tdap)
• Tick-borne encephalitis
• Varicella (chickenpox)
• Yellow Fever

We prescribe any medications needed for travel, including for the prevention of:

• Traveler's diarrhea
• Altitude sickness

Appointment charges include professional fees (for physician consultation) and may include immunization charges. Insurance typically covers 100% of the cost of immunizations, with some exceptions. 

Since these are preventive services, some health insurance plans do not cover the costs. We provide receipts to support claim reimbursement from a third party such as your insurance company. However, we strongly recommend checking with your insurance company prior to your appointment to confirm your plan covers travel medicine.

Please see the links below for information about international travel. Note: The Brigham does not maintain these websites and is not responsible for their content.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Travelers' Health : This is a comprehensive guide on infectious diseases you may encounter while traveling, including COVID-19.
• Travel.State.gov : Hosted by the U.S. Department of State, this website includes travel advisories, details on getting a U.S. passport or visa and much more.
• International Society of Travel Medicine : Search for travel clinics in countries around the world.
• What Can I Bring? : Find out what items you can and cannot pack in your carry-on and checked baggage, according to the U.S. Transportation Security Administration.
• CDC Yellow Book : Learn about or purchase this book, which compiles the U.S. government's latest travel health guidelines.

Our staff includes doctors and nurse practitioners with expertise in infectious disease and travel medicine.

Jacob Johnson, MD

Travel Clinic Physician, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

Catherine Franklin, NP

Travel Clinic Nurse Practitioner, Brigham and Women's Hospital

Mary W. Montgomery, MD

Travel Clinic Physician, Brigham and Women's Hospital

We offer all our services at our three locations:

Brigham and Women's Hospital 45 Francis St., 2nd Floor – Lung Center C Boston, MA 02115 (Monday afternoons)

Brigham and Women’s Health Care Center, Chestnut Hill 850 Boylston St, Suite 130 Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (Wednesday afternoons)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital 1153 Centre St., Suite 4F Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (Thursday afternoons)

Appointments

To schedule an appointment at either location, please call 617-732-8881. We prefer to see travelers four to six weeks before departure when possible.

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Services & Specialties International Travel Clinic

Assisting with Pre-Travel and Post-Travel Healthcare Needs

The International Travel Clinic at Cincinnati Children's offers international travel preparation and vaccinations to all members of the community including children, adults, and Cincinnati Children's employees.

Regardless of why you're traveling abroad, our travel experts will:

• Review your medical background to provide individualized recommendations for your trip
• Assess country-specific health risks
• Determine need and provide appropriate vaccinations for protection against infectious diseases including:
• Yellow Fever
• Hepatitis A
• Japanese Encephalitis
• Determine need and provide appropriate medications for malaria prophylaxis
• Provide education and antibiotics for diarrhea
• Identify safeguards for individuals with special needs
• Provide follow-up medical care for travelers as needed

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Hospitals in Russia for Foreigners and Visitors

Hospitals in Russia for Visitors and Expats

Considering making a move to Russia? Whether you’re interested in a long stay or one of short duration, it’s important to consider access to healthcare. Most often that means being able to access the  hospitals in Russia . Here’s a guide for what you need to know as an expat to navigate Russia’s hospital system.

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List of Hospitals in Russia for Expatriates and Travelers

Best hospitals in moscow.

• Adventist Health Center (Adventistsky Tsentr Zdorov’ya) Prospect 60 Letiya Oktyabrya 21-A Moscow 117036 Russia Tel : + 7 95 126 7906 Fax: + 7 95 126 8767
• American Hospital of Moscow 26/6 pr. Mira (1, Grokholsky Pereulok) Moscow 129090 Russia Tel: + 7 95 933 7700 Fax: + 7 95 933 7701
• European Dental Center Moscow, Bolshaya Ochakovskaya street, 5 Tel: +7 (499) 283-99-60
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• Medincentre 4-th Dobrininsky Lane House 4 Moscow 117049 Russia Tel: + 7 95 236 3116/237 3964 Fax: + 7 95 237 8475
• ZAO International Medical Clinic Polyclinic No. 1 10th Floor 31 Grokholsky Pereulok Moscow 129010 Russia Tel: + 7 95 937 5760 Fax: + 7 95 280 8677

Hospitals in St. Petersburg

• American Medical Clinic 78 Moika Embankment St. Petersburg 190000 Russia Tel: + 7 812 140 2090 Fax: + 7 812 310 4664
• Andros Clinic 36A Lenin Street, 1st floor St. Petersburg 197136 Russia Tel: + 7 812 235 1487 Fax: + 7 812 235 6988
• Euromed Clinic Suvorovskiy prospekt 60 St. Petersburg 193124 Russia Tel: + 7 812 327 0301 Fax: + 7 812 274 9320
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• Nevamed 14 Ismailovsky Prospekt St. Petersburg 198058 Russia Tel: + 7 812 110 1882 Fax: + 7 812 110 1092
• The International Clinic Griffin House 19/21 Dostoevskogo Street St. Petersburg 121014 Russia Tel: + 7 812 320 3870 Fax: + 7 812 320 3871

Hospitals in Other Parts of Russia

• Canadian Medical Centre Suite 402 Venetzia Hotel Nizhnevartovsk 626440 Tyumen Region Russia Tel: + 7 3466 65 39 86
• International SOS Clinic Yuuzhno Militseyskaya Ulitsa, 7/1 Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin Oblast 693001Sakhalin Russia Tel: + 7 8 4242 727 550 Fax: + 7 8 4242 473 650

The Russian Healthcare System: A Quick Overview

Russia offers treatment options at different levels of government and region. Here’s a breakdown of how you can access medical treatment in Russia:

• At the municipal level are Health Posts that offer basic out-patient care for non-emergency situations, for example, vaccinations and routine check-ups.
• Also generally at the municipal level are Health Centers that are specialized for maternity care and also offer routine surgery.
• At the regional level are Urban Polyclinics which offer a wider array of services including follow-up care for complex conditions. Some of the larger polyclinics will have in-house specialists, for example, oncologists and cardiologists.
• Almost exclusively in large cities are Specialized Medical Hospitals which offer the full range of medical services and are also open 24 hours.

This last point about the 24-hour opening is quite important, as many healthcare facilities in Russia operate during normal business hours or are closed at night. Needing immediate medical care ‘off-hours’ can prove challenging or expensive. Many private facilities also observe closing hours or charge high premiums for after-hour care.

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Is Healthcare in Russia Free?

Like so many countries, Russia’s healthcare system is based around insurance. And like many European countries, Russia offers its citizens what is meant to be universal healthcare. But in order to gain access to free public healthcare, Russian residents are required to pay in through their employment. The Russian Federation has guaranteed all of its citizens’ free healthcare since ratifying its Constitution in 1996. But in actuality, many people in the population are not covered. In some rural areas, the majority of people have no coverage or access to quality healthcare.

Russia’s Hospital System

How is russia’s public hospital and healthcare system.

Just as there are areas of the country where the population does not have access to quality healthcare, so is it within the public sector. And overall Western visitors are likely to find the Russian healthcare system, especially the public one, not up to standards. Challenges faced within the public hospital system, particularly for foreigners, include food shortages, a lack of English speakers, extremely long wait times, underfunding, basic equipment and facilities, or even a lack of equipment altogether. So if the question is, ‘Are hospitals in Russia good?’ for the average Western expat, if they are discussing the public hospital system, the answer is most likely going to be no.

Russia’s Private Hospitals

The popular choice for expats and visitors to Russia are private hospitals. These often offer English-speaking doctors and staff. The medical treatment available at some of Russia’s private hospitals is very much up to international standards. These hospitals can often be quite expensive. Treatment in Russia’s private hospitals can be costly by the standards of Western medicine. That is why it is so important to have the right insurance that will offer you coverage. Another important point about the private hospital system is that clinics and hospitals are the only options within the private system. There are not private surgeries or practices that offer complex procedures. Rather, doctors, even though is a private system, must operate within an accredited hospital or clinic.

Before traveling to Russia, it is vital to have quality health insurance.

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What You Need to Know About Accessing Russia’s Hospital System as an Expat

Once again, access is based on whether this is the public or private system. Those using the public hospital system will either have to show proof of coverage through employment or pay upfront. For those with state-sponsored insurance, there will be no costs. However, it is necessary to show proof of insurance from the start to avoid admitting fees. Public hospitals will treat emergency situations but then bill afterward, as well as for any follow-up treatment, both in-patient or outpatient. For this and all non-emergency services, payment is always expected upfront.

Those accessing the private hospital system should expect to pay upfront. Even with private insurance, many private facilities expect to be paid upfront. In order to avoid this, it is vital to choose both private insurance as well as a hospital that already has an arrangement with the insurance company to bill directly.

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If you're planning your next vacation or trip out of the country, be sure to factor in travel insurance. Unexpected medical emergencies when traveling can drain your bank account, especially when you're traveling internationally. The best travel insurance companies for international travel can step in to provide you with peace of mind and financial protection while you're abroad.

Our top picks for the best international travel insurance

• Best overall: Allianz Travel Insurance
• Best for exotic travel: World Nomads Travel Insurance
• Best for trip interruption coverage: C&F Travel Insured
• Best for families: Travelex Travel Insurance
• Best for long-term travel: Seven Corners Travel Insurance

How we rate the best international travel insurance »

Compare the top international travel insurance

As a general rule, the most important coverage to have in a foreign country is travel medical insurance , as most US health insurance policies don't cover you while you're abroad. Without travel medical coverage, a medical emergency in a foreign country can cost you. You'll want trip cancellation and interruption coverage if your trip is particularly expensive. And if you're traveling for an extended period of time, you'll want to ensure that your policy is extendable. 

Here are our picks for the best travel insurance companies for international travel.

Best overall: Allianz

Allianz Travel Insurance  offers the ultimate customizable coverage for international trips, whether you're a frequent jetsetter or an occasional traveler. You can choose from an a la carte of single or multi-trip plans, as well as add-ons, including rental car damage, cancel for any reason (CFAR) , adventure sport, and business travel coverage. And with affordable pricing compared to competitors, Allianz is a budget-friendly choice for your international travel insurance needs. 

The icing on the cake is Allyz TravelSmart, Allainz's highly-rated mobile app, which has an average rating of 4.4 out of five stars on the Google Play store across over 2,600 reviews and 4.8 out of five stars from over 22,000 reviews on the Apple app store. So, you can rest easy knowing that you can access your policy and file claims anywhere in the world without a hassle.

Read our Allianz Travel Insurance review here.

Best for exotic trips: World Nomads

World Nomads Travel Insurance  offers coverage for over 150 specific activities, so you can focus on the adventure without worrying about gaps in your coverage. 

You can select its budget-friendly standard plan, starting at $79. Or if you're an adrenaline junkie seeking more thrills, you can opt for the World Nomads' Explorer plan for $120, which includes extra sports like skydiving, scuba diving, and heli-skiing. And World Nomads offers 24/7 assistance, so you can confidently travel abroad, knowing that help is just a phone call away. 

Read our World Nomads Travel Insurance review here.

Best for trip interruption: C&F Travel Insured

C&F Travel Insured offers 100% coverage for trip cancellation, up to 150% for trip interruption, and reimbursement for up to 75% of your non-refundable travel costs with select plans. This means you don't have to worry about losing your hard-earned money on non-refundable travel costs if your trip ends prematurely. 

Travel Insured also stands out for its extensive "reasons for cancellation" coverage. Unlike many insurers, the company covers hurricane warnings from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Read our C&F Travel Insured review here.

Best for family coverage: Travelex

Travelex Travel Insurance offers coverage for your whole crew, perfect for when you're planning a family trip. Its family plan insures all your children 17 and under at no additional cost. The travel insurance provider also offers add-ons like adventure sports and car rental collision coverage to protect your family under any circumstance. Got pets? With Travelex's Travel Select plan, you can also get coverage for your furry friend's emergency medical and transportation expenses. 

Read our Travelex Travel Insurance review here.

Best for long trips: Seven Corners

Seven Corners Travel Insurance offers specialized coverage that the standard short-term travel insurance policy won't provide, which is helpful if you're embarking on a long-term trip. You can choose from several plans, including the Annual Multi-Trip plan, which provides medical coverage for multiple international trips for up to 364 days. This policy also offers COVID-19 medical and evacuation coverage up to $1 million. 

You also get the added benefit of incidental expense coverage. This policy will cover remote health-related services and information, treatment of injury or illness, and live consultations via telecommunication. 

Read our Seven Corners Travel Insurance review here.

How to find the right international travel insurance company 

Different travelers and trips require different types of insurance coverage. So, consider these tips if you're in the market to insure your trip. 

Determine your needs 

• Consider the nature of your travel (leisure, business, or adventure) and the associated risks (medical emergencies, trip cancellations, etc.).
• Determine your budget and the amount of coverage you require. 
• Consider the duration of your trip and the countries you'll be visiting, as some policies won't cover specific destinations. 

Research the reputation of the company 

• Look for the company's reviews and ratings from reputable sources like consumer advocacy groups and independent website reviews. 
• Check the provider's financial stability and credit ratings to ensure it can pay out claims reliably. 
• Investigate the company's claims process to ensure it can provide timely support if you need to file a claim.

Compare prices

• Get quotes from multiple providers to compare rates and coverage options.
• See if the company provides discounts or special offers to lower your cost. 
• Look at the deductible or any out-of-pocket expenses you may have to pay if you file a claim to determine if you can afford it. 

Understanding international travel insurance coverage options 

Travel insurance can be confusing, but we're here to simplify it for you. We'll break down the industry's jargon to help you understand what travel insurance covers to help you decide what your policy needs. Bear in mind that exclusions and limitations for your age and destination may apply. 

Finding the best price for international travel insurance

Your policy cost will depend on several factors, such as the length of your trip, destination, coverage limits, and age. Typically, a comprehensive policy includes travel cancellation coverage costs between 5% and 10% of your total trip cost.

If you're planning an international trip that costs $4,500, you can expect to pay anywhere from $225 to $450 for your policy. Comparing quotes from multiple providers can help you find a budget-friendly travel insurance policy that meets your needs.

How we reviewed international travel insurance companies

We ranked and assigned superlatives to the best travel insurance companies based on our insurance rating methodology . It focuses on several key factors, including: 

• Policy types: We analyzed company offerings such as coverage levels, exclusions, and policy upgrades, taking note of providers that offer a range of travel-related issues beyond the standard coverages. 
• Affordability: We recognize that cheap premiums don't necessarily equate to sufficient coverage. So, we seek providers that offer competitive rates with comprehensive policies and quality customer service. We also call out any discounts or special offers available. 
• Flexibility: Travel insurance isn't one-size-fits-all. We highlight providers that offer a wide array of coverage options, including single-trip, multi-trip, and long-term policies.
• Claims handling: The claims process should be pain-free for policyholders. We seek providers that offer a streamlined process via online claims filing and a track record of handling claims fairly and efficiently. 
• Quality customer service: Good customer service is as important as affordability and flexibility. We highlight companies that offer 24/7 assistance and have a strong record of customer service responsiveness. 

We consult user feedback and reviews to determine how each company fares in each category. We also check the provider's financial rating and volume of complaints via third-party rating agencies. 

International travel insurance FAQs

Which company has the best international travel insurance.

The best insurance policy depends on your individual situation, including your destination and budget. However, popular options include Allianz Travel Insurance, World Nomads, and Travel Guard. 

Are there any limitations or exclusions international travelers should be aware of?

You should pay attention to any limitations regarding covered cancellations, pre-existing conditions, and adventure activities. For example, if you're worried you may have to cancel a trip for work reasons, ensure that you've worked at your company long enough to qualify for cancellation coverage, as that is a condition with some insurers. You should also see if your destination has any travel advisories, as that can affect your policy. 

What insurance do you need for international travel?

Typically, your regular health insurance won't cover you out of the country, so you'll want to make sure your travel insurance has adequate medical emergency coverage. Depending on your travel plans, you may want to purchase add-ons, such as adventure sports coverage, if you're planning on doing anything adventurous like bungee jumping.

Should you get travel insurance for international travel?

Travel insurance is worth the price for international travel because they're generally more expensive, so you have more to lose. Additionally, your regular health insurance won't cover you in other countries, so without travel insurance, you'll end up paying out of pocket for any emergency medical care you receive out of the US.

How far in advance should international travelers purchase travel insurance?

You should purchase travel insurance as soon as possible after making payment on your trip. This makes you eligible for add-ons like coverage for pre-existing conditions and CFAR. It also mitigates the chance of any losses in the days leading up to your trip. 

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Clinic Students Travel to Argentina, Geneva To Observe Evolution of Justice

Grace Zipperer ’24, Professor Camilo Sánchez, Sabrina Mato ’24 and Jessica Williams ’25 attended the United Nations Human Rights Council sessions in Geneva, Switzerland, to observe the interaction between independent experts, governments and civil society members. Courtesy photos

In recent months, Professor Camilo Sánchez and several of his students logged over 17,000 miles working on human rights issues as part of the International Human Rights Law Clinic he directs at the University of Virginia School of Law.

Over spring break, Sánchez traveled with four students to Salta Province in northern Argentina on a criminal justice reform project conducted under the auspices of the U.S. State Department. Then later in March, Sánchez and three students attended the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, held at the U.N. headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

“Traveling across continents — and from a Spanish-speaking nation to a French-speaking one — was undoubtedly exhausting, yet the invaluable learning and significant impact on our clients and projects made it entirely worthwhile,” Sánchez said.

The U.S. Embassy in Argentina had worked with the State Department’s Diplomacy Lab to find a team of university researchers to evaluate and report back on how the country is handling its transition to an adversarial federal criminal justice system and away from an “inquisitorial” model. Once common in Latin America and still prevalent across much of continental Europe, the inquisitorial model allows judges to conduct their own investigations, rather than tasking each party with marshaling their evidence and presenting their case.

A team of clinic students — which included Zach Zamoff ’25, Chloe Chiles ’25 , Lillie Stephens ’25 and Grace Zipperer ’24 — worked on the project. Luis Santiago Genovesi, a current LL.M. student and Sánchez’s research assistant, also joined the students for the research.

The students personally interviewed judges, prosecutors and public defenders involved in the reform, accompanied by Jessica Kuhn and Jérémie Swinnen from the U.S. Embassy in Argentina. The team met with the ambassador on their return and presented their findings to the Diplomacy Lab.

“It was pretty remarkable — we had dinner with the top judge, the top prosecutor and the top public defender in Salta,” Zamoff said. “I was really grateful for the opportunity to learn from these people, and it really showed me the value of public service.”

The students learned firsthand how the new system has improved justice administration in the regions where it is being implemented, including faster, more transparent justice and a more strategic approach to combating federal crimes affecting the area, according to Sánchez. It also “humanizes” justice, by shifting from an emphasis on written filings to in-person hearings that increase the contact between defendants and the justice system.

“A lot of these reforms are trying to meet the ideals of Argentina’s founding fathers, who included the right to a jury trial in their constitution,” Zamoff said. “Argentina’s Constitution is very much based on the U.S. Constitution, and the rights of the accused are more compatible with an adversarial system.”

Before traveling to Argentina, the students started working on the project in the fall term, conducting document research and interviews with judges, prosecutors, public defenders, litigating attorneys, government officials and Argentine academics to learn more about the transition and its challenges.

The students met with Marc Stanley, the U.S. ambassador to Argentina, who is a former trial lawyer. Stanley was “eager” to hear their initial impressions and advise on the ongoing research process for the Diplomacy Lab report, Sánchez said.

The students shared their preliminary results April 19 at the Diplomacy Lab Fair at the State Department in Washington, D.C., in a presentation to State Department officers, peers from the DipLab network and representatives from other federal agencies.

Twelve thousand miles later, Sánchez, Zipperer and two other students — Sabrina Mato ’24 and Jessica Williams ’25 — were in Geneva to observe the work of independent experts who report to the U.N. Human Rights Council on their human rights investigations in various countries of concern.

The clinic advises several partners on similar matters, so Sánchez said it was crucial to observe the interaction between independent experts, governments and civil society members. Understanding the council’s modus operandi enables the clinic to safely advise clients who need assurances of anonymity and protection, Sánchez said.

“We strategically chose to attend during the presentations of reports by special rapporteurs and investigative missions — panels of three independent experts — on country situations like Iran, Syria, Ukraine, Venezuela and North Korea, as these are most relevant to our clinic’s cases,” Sánchez said.

After a rapporteur or investigative mission presents its report to the council, the state under scrutiny is given the opportunity to respond. To foster an “interactive dialogue,” the president of the council then opens the floor to comments from other states and civil society organizations, Sánchez said.

The sessions made a particular impression on Mato, who left Cuba with her family as a child. Cuba is a member of the U.N. Human Rights Council, despite U.S. concerns about its human rights record and treatment of political dissidents.

“Having just gone back there a couple months ago to visit family, the actual situation there is really heartbreaking,” Mato said. “It was very frustrating to me to hear their representative talk the U.N. lingo about supporting human rights.”

Still, she was struck by how much advocacy and dialogue is going on informally behind the scenes.

“There are a lot of informal chats, like coffee chats and side conversations, and it seems like people are willing to talk,” Mato said. “There is a lot of change being made, we’re just not seeing it as the public — we only see their final two-minute speech.”

Mato plans to work on pro bono immigration law matters when she joins Reed Smith after graduation.

Zipperer, who attended a session on Syria, has worked extensively with Syrian refugees. She has been awarded a two-year fellowship from Immigrant Justice Corps to work for the Empire Justice Center on behalf of unaccompanied children seeking asylum.

The U.N. Human Rights Council sessions also attract various experts, academics and seasoned human rights defenders, according to Sánchez. The students met with Professor Elizabeth Salmon of the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru, who is the first female special rapporteur on North Korea; lawyer Anexa Alfred, an expert on the rights of indigenous people; and professionals from the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect.

“Attending the Human Rights Council sessions was highly instructive, particularly in regard to my work as an advocate for refugees,” Zipperer said. “From interviewing criminal justice attorneys in Argentina to meeting with attorneys and professionals at the U.N., the field experiences in this clinic far exceeded my expectations.”

Some of the sessions were held in the iconic Human Rights and Alliance of Civilizations Room at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. An enormous art installation by Miquel Barceló hangs from the center of the room’s ceiling, 100 tons of paint hand-sculpted into multi-hued stalactites.

“They say the ceiling reflects the complexity and diversity of the human condition,” Sánchez said. “I think it’s such a privilege for our students to travel and directly encounter the diverse complexities of human rights, from local to global levels, and all their interactions.”

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