There is a growing number of private medical insurances to cater to the more discerning needs of the upwardly mobile. The industry is becoming increasingly specialised and a number of private insurance companies cater exclusively to expat needs.
Insurances typically cover people for a wide variety of illnesses according to the healthcare system of the country. Depending on the coverage you chose, you can opt to cover yourself for hospitalisation, MRI, emergency dental treatment, outpatient care, chronic illness management, pregnancy, evacuation and repatriation.
Update 16/01/2013
With so much to deal with before leaving your home country, (taxes, moving house, paperwork etc.) the careful planning of your expatriation to Bangalore is an essential step. As far as healthcare is concerned, your local social security scheme won’t be accompanying you to your host country and, once abroad, you might be surprised by the care system you find in India. So, before leaving, make sure you have appropriate cover!
EasyExpat.com works in partnership with APRIL International to provide specific insurance solutions for travelling or staying outside your country of nationality.
Designed for either short or long stays, APRIL International’s insurance policies offer protection against any problems that might arise before departure or during your time in India: cancelling your trip, medical expenses following an illness or accident, needing to be repatriated, causing damage to a third party or losing your luggage.
For more information on expat health insurance in India, visit our partner APRIL International