The BCBS Global Solutions Study Abroad Student offered through American Visitor Insurance, is specially designed for students studying outside their home country. It provides comprehensive international medical coverage to protect students against unexpected health issues, accidents, or emergencies while abroad.
With access to the trusted Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Network in over 190 countries, students can easily find quality healthcare wherever they study. The plan also meets most university and student visa health insurance requirements, including coverage for medical evacuation and repatriation.
Key Features:Students aged 74 years (once you hit age 75 you are no longer eligible) and below at the time of application are eligible. Eligible applicants include U.S. citizens and permanent residents living abroad, as well as legal U.S. residents (both citizens and foreign nationals). They must reside outside their home country for at least 3 months in a year
To be eligible for Study Abroad Students, you must be involved in Educational activity
The BCBS Global Solutions Study Abroad Student Insurance Insurance plan offers reliable international medical coverage for students studying outside their home country. It provides access to quality care worldwide, covering doctor visits, hospital stays, emergency evacuation, and mental health services. With 24/7 global assistance and direct billing, it ensures dependable protection and support throughout your study abroad journey. Here are the key reasons to choose BlueCross BlueShield Study Abroad Student Insurance:
The Geoblue Study Abroad Students cost per month ranges from $426 to $517. This is dependent on the factors namely age of the student, the plan maximum and the deductible.
Geoblue health insurance for students offers Unlimited medical maximum and deductible options from $0, $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500 and $500.
For example here we are showing Geoblue student insurance cost per month with deductible $500.
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Primary Care Office Visits - as many as 8 visits per Calendar Year | ||
| All except a $10 copay per visit | All except a $30 copay per visit | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Preventative Care For Babies/Children: (Birth to Age 18)
a. Office Visits/examination b. Immunizations, Lab work & X-rays | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Preventative Care for Adults: (Age 19 and Older) a. Routine Pap Smears, annual mammogram b. PSA For Men | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Annual Physical Examination/Health Screening | ||
| 100% Maximum Covered Expense of $250 and limited to one per Calendar Year | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% Maximum Covered Expense of $250 and limited to one per Calendar Year. | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% Maximum Covered Expense of $250 and limited to one per Calendar Year. |
| Lifetime Maximum per Insured Person | ||
| Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Annual Maximum per Insured Person | ||
| Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Outpatient Medical Care | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Surgery, X-rays, In-hospital doctor visits, Organ/Tissue Transplant | ||
| The Insurer will pay 100% of Covered Expenses. | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| In-patient medical emergency | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Professional Services Surgery, anesthesia, radiation therapy, in-hospital doctor visits, diagnostic X-ray and lab work | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Ambulatory Surgical Center | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Durable Medical Equipment | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Emergency Medical Transportation | ||
| Maximum Lifetime benefit for all Evacuations up to $250,000 | Maximum Lifetime benefit for all Evacuations up to $250,000 | Maximum Lifetime benefit for all Evacuations up to $250,000 |
| Repatriation Of Mortal Remains | ||
| Maximum Benefit up to $25,000 | Maximum Benefit up to $25,000 | 6 Maximum Benefit up to $25,000 |
| Accidental Death and Dismemberment | ||
| Maximum Benefit: Principal Sum up to $10,000 | Maximum Benefit: Principal Sum up to $10,000 | Maximum Benefit: Principal Sum up to $10,000 |
BlueCross BlueShield plans come with key features designed to provide peace of mind while traveling:
Our support team is ready to assist you.
After 364 days of continuous coverage, Bluecross Blueshield Navigator members may apply for a new plan that covers maternity costs up to $25,000 per pregnancy for all inpatient and outpatient care related to a covered pregnancy. This is inclusive of pre-natal care, delivery and post-natal care. Note: a new born may be added to the plan within 31 days of birth with no medical underwriting. Members do not need to submit a new health statement. If you are coming directly off a Bluecross Blueshield Student plan which included maternity, your wait period can be reduced or eliminated.
Yes, Bluecross Blueshield Navigator international student insurance plan meets the J1 visa requirements. Bluecross Blueshield Study Abroad student provides unlimited medical coverage, which exceeds the minimum requirement of $100,000 per accident or illness for J1 visa holders. Additionally, the plan includes repatriation of remains coverage of at least $25,000 and medical evacuation coverage of at least $50,000, both of which are mandatory under J1 regulations. The plan also allows for a deductible that can be set at or below the required maximum of $500.
Study Abroad Student insurance provides UNLIMITED annual and lifetime medical maximum with no waiting period for preventive services.
Yes. The Bluecross Blueshield Study Abroad Students plan covers preventive care services with no waiting period or sublimit allowing students to access preventive services such as routine check-ups, vaccinations, and screenings without incurring additional costs beyond their regular deductible and coinsurance.
Bluecross Blueshield is the trade name for the international health insurance programs of Worldwide Insurance Services, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.Bluecross Blueshield travel insurance for more than 20 years have assisted globally in the complications of international healthcare and provide confidence for its members to travel safe and peacefully. The travel insurance solutions provided by Bluecross Blueshield provide excellent coverage for US citizens traveling overseas, travelers on work, study, Expats who live and travel internationally often.
To file a claim with BCBS Global Solutions Study Abroad Student Insurance, follow these steps:
Download Form
Get claim form online
Fax
+1 610 482 9623
Submit Documents
Mail to Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions, P.O. Box 1748, Southeastern, PA 19399-1748, USA
Email Help
claims@bcbsglobalsolutions.com
American Visitor Insurance has developed comparison tools to help travelers compare prices and benefits of different BCBS plans and to make an informed decision of the best Blue Cross Blue Shield travel insurance plan for your specific requirements. American Visitor Insurance's licensed customer support staff help customers by providing answers to any queries while buying BCBS travel insurance. The customer support staff are available at all times to help you with the online application process and to extend the travel insurance or even cancel the plan if travel plans change. American Visitor Insurance’s staff can also help customers while filing for any insurance claims if needed