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Eligibility is not the same for a short visit and a lawful long-term stay.
Your immigration and residency situation can affect what services you may enroll in. Check current eligibility with the insurer and appropriate government authority.
EPS, complementary private health plans, prepaid medicine and travel insurance have different enrollment rules, networks, exclusions and claims procedures.
Ask where care may be accessed, how preauthorization works and what happens if an emergency occurs outside the normal provider network.
Do not rely on old articles quoting specific premiums or eligibility categories. Obtain the current terms in writing and verify them before traveling.
More information: Read the existing expat coverage guide.
This guide is informational; verify relevant terms and seek appropriate professional advice before acting.