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Frequently Asked Questions about F2 Student Insurance

1. Why is F2 Visa health insurance necessary?

The best health insurance for f2 dependents is very important for dependents of F1 visa holders. When an F1 Visa holder joins an US university, the F2 Visa is issued to dependents (spouse and children less than 21 years). Typically US universities insist that F1 Visa holder have proper student medical insurance offered by the college, however this requirement is usually not insisted on F2 Visa holders either by the university or by the US immigration authorities.

Given the typical student budget of most F1 and F2 Visa holders, and the fact that it is not mandatory, it is not uncommon to find them ignoring buying proper health insurance. However ignoring to buy health insurance for f2 Visa holders can be a big mistake. In our experience, the F2 Visa holders are typical children quite likely to need healthcare or even a young spouse who along with regular health care might need maternity coverage. Given the very high cost of US healthcare for f2 Visa holders, it is really prudent to have adequate health insurance for F2 Visa holders (health insurance for spouse visa).

The student insurance offered by many US universities are expensive but since it is often mandatory, F1 Visa holders have to buy the University student insurance. This is often not the case for F2 Visa insurance, and the F2 Visa holder can buy other medical insurance outside of the University option. Here at American Visitor Insurance we offer affordable health insurance for F2 visas or spouse Visa insurance.

Patriot Exchange is one of the best best health insurance for f1 student's dependants which an F2 Visa holder can buy even if the corresponding F1 Visa holder is not enrolled in the same plan. Along with this Patriot exchange student insurance, F2 visa holders can also buy other f2 dependent health insurance which are affordable and work well for F2 visa holders. F2 Visa holders can buy the most appropriate medical insurance for F2 Visa in USA to their specific needs by comparing different US medical insurance for f2 Visa holders.

2. What is the best insurance for f2 Visa holder?

There is no single plan which fits the bill for the being the best health insurance for F2 Visa holders. The most suitable F2 Visa Medical Insurance for different customers will depend on several factors such as the budget and any existing medical ailments.

However the Patriot Exchange student insurance offered by International Medical Group (IMG) is the only student medical insurance plan that F2 Visa holders can buy even if the related F1 Visa holder is not insured on this plan. All other student insurance plans will be available to F2 Visa holder only if the F1 Visa holder is also on the same student insurance policy. However F2 Visa holders are eligible to buy US visitor medical insurance which work quite well for their needs.

3. Is it compulsory to have medical insurance for F2 Visa in USA ?

Given the high cost of US healthcare, it is prudent to buy medical insurance while on a F2 visa. While an F2 Visa holder cannot purchase US domestic health insurance, they can purchase US visitor health insurance for an F2 Visa holder from well reputed US insurance providers. Even if the person is already in the US on their trip, they can still purchase medical insurance for F2 Visa holders starting the next day until they return home. The US F2 Visa travel insurance must be purchased before anything happens in order to be covered.

4. Can F2 Visa holders enroll in the university's student health plan?

In some cases, universities allow F2 Visa holders to enroll in their student health insurance plans. However, this varies by institution. It's important to check with the university's international student office to confirm eligibility. F2 Visa holders can easily buy appropriate US F2 Visa health insurance on American Visitor Insurance.

5. Are dependents of student's (F2 visa) eligible for coverage?

Yes. Dependents (spouse and/or child under age 18) of enrolled students may apply for F2 visa insurance with the student, or within 31 days of birth, legal adoption, marriage or arrival in country of study. If your dependents are not eligible for Student insurance, they may enroll in one of our other plans for people outside their home country.

Also Patriot Exchange student insurance by IMG is an excellent health insurance for F1 & F2 visa holders. It is ideal because Patriot Exchange can be purchased by the F2 dependent visa holder even if the F1 student is not part of the same Patriot exchange plan, as long as he or she is covered by another plan offered by the school or educational institution

6. I intend to buy a plan for my wife and son who are F2 dependents. As I understand pediatric problems of my son though not free will still be covered under the Atlas America insurance plan right?

As long as the pediatric visits are for any new sickness or injury, they are covered but routine checkups, vaccinations/immunizations are not covered.

7. I read the brochure of the Patriot Exchange plan and found that only J1 and J2 Visa holders are eligible to buy it. Please correct me if I am wrong? I will be on F1 Visa and my dependents will be on F2 Visa.

Patriot Exchange plan is available for F1 and F2 Visa holders too. It is one of the few plans that allows J2 visa holders to buy the plan when the J1 visa holder is not enrolled in the Patriot Exchange plan as a result it is highlighted in the policy brochure.

8. I am F1 student. My wife is now 5 months pregnant. Her due date is in the early November. Is my newborn eligible for the Atlas America coverage? If so, when should I file an application or enroll for him?

Atlas America will not cover pregnancy. However once the child is born you may cover the baby by filling in an additional form, we can help you with this when the time comes.

9. Which are some of best student insurance plans for maternity for dependents?

Students and scholars on F or J visas have the best student insurance coverage for maternity coverage. However, the benefits have been reduced a few years ago such that the best coverage is 80% coverage of costs, so the students will have to be aware that they will be responsible for a portion of all costs. Also note that unless their wife is the J1 visa holder they will have to be the primary on the policy and the wife (with J2) will be secondary. Also note that prices are DIFFERENT for the primary and the spouse, so when students quote the prices, quote them for two people at the same time since the cost will be MUCH HIGHER for the wife's coverage.

There are five policies that cover maternity at an 80% coverage without a set limit on benefits. Here is the list in order of their approximate cost. Note that conception has to occur after the start of the plan and most plans ask that students must let them know at least three months before the delivery date.

  • Study USA student insurance covers maternity at a 80/70% (in network/out of network). Conception has to occur after the start of this plan.
  • Student Secure insurance plans also cover at 80/70% to the maximum of the plan. The Select plan can be purchased with a $300k maximum, Smart plan can be purchased with a $250k maximum and the Elite can be purchased with $500k.
  • Student Health Advantage Platinum student insurance has a $5000 maximum limit to maternity and newborn care coverage. It has a $1 million maximum and a $35 deductible and covers at 80/60%. The plan also covers pre-existing conditions with a 6 month waiting period.

What does international student health insurance cover?

  • Health care expenses: Hospital medical expenses for sickness or accidents during coverage.
  • Sports Activities: Some plans cover high school sports activities.
  • Doctor visit: Covers doctor visits in case of sudden injury or sickness.
  • Dental Coverage: Expenses from sudden dental pain and accidental dental injuries.
  • Maternity Coverage: ome plans offer coverage for pregnancy, maternity and new born.
  • Repat of remains: Repatriation of remains expenses to home country in case of death.
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