Navigating Health Insurance in Thailand: A Personal Journey with Thai Expat Club
Hey there, I’m Wayne. Last October, I found myself back in Thailand for the second time, this time around on a private contract with my company. Now, at 58, with a Thai wife and our adorable six-month-old bundle of joy, I quickly realized that the health plan provided by my company fell short of what…
Continue Reading Navigating Health Insurance in Thailand: A Personal Journey with Thai Expat Club
Why I decided to bite the bullet and get health insurance in Thailand at 71 years of age!
Robert’s story: – Are you an expat living, or planning to live abroad without health insurance? Have you ever considered getting health insurance but have some reservations? Let me tell you why I, as a retired American expat living in Thailand, decided to bite the bullet and get health insurance at the age of 71.…
📢 Attention, Cigna Thailand Policy Holders!
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to inform you about an important update regarding your insurance coverage. As you may already know, the Chubb Group successfully acquired the accident and supplemental health business of Cigna Thailand on 1st July 2022. This amalgamation between Chubb Samaggi and Cigna Thailand was finalized on 1st…
Continue Reading 📢 Attention, Cigna Thailand Policy Holders!
My health insurance renewal just increased in price. What are my options?
One of the biggest issues facing health insurance customers, companies and brokers at the moment is having to deal with the rising cost of insurance premiums, particularly health insurance renewals with most companies increasing premiums by a minimum of 8% or more this year. Renewing your health insurance may not be the most exciting thing…
Continue Reading My health insurance renewal just increased in price. What are my options?
Health insurance for retirees in Thailand – Updated
So you’ve made the decision to retire in Thailand and want to know your options regarding medical insurance. You’ll be pleased to know that Thailand offers extremely high standards of medical care and is equipped to deliver even the most complex procedures. However, in order to access these quality healthcare services, you’ll need private health…
Continue Reading Health insurance for retirees in Thailand – Updated
Updated public health measures for foreign travelers entering Thailand
Thailand has now joined the list of countries introducing new entry requirements to combat the growing fear surrounding the spread of the new COVID variant. Over the past few days, we’ve been receiving numerous phone calls regarding the new entry requirements for Thailand. “The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to clarify that Thailand…
Continue Reading Updated public health measures for foreign travelers entering Thailand
What are the new insurance requirements for foreigners applying for the O-A retirement visa to live in Thailand?
Last week Thai authorities announced a number of changes to the insurance requirements for foreigners applying for the Non-immigrant O-A (Long Stay) retirement visa. It seems some of the details are still being worked through, but most Thai Embassies have already begun implementing these changes (effective 1st October 2021) and many insurance companies in Thailand…
COVID-19 Insurance for Phuket Sandbox and Samui Plus within mins – AXA Sawasdee Thailand
Three of the most common questions received from foreigners over the past few weeks are: What is the Phuket Sandbox program? What are the entry requirements for foreigners traveling to Phuket under the program? Where can I get COVID-19 insurance for the Phuket sandbox? Q. What is the Phuket Sandbox program? A. Launched on July…
Is now a good time to retire to Thailand (or should I wait for COVID-19 to be over)?
One common question we receive from clients planning to retire to Thailand is whether or not “now” is a good time to travel and retire in Thailand, or should I wait until the pandemic is over. The answer is never a simple yes or no as each person comes from a different part of the…
Applying for a Retirement Visa for Thailand during COVID-19
If you’re reading this article, you’re most likely interested in traveling to Thailand over the COVID-19 period and wondering what visa option is best for you. Particularly if you’re considering applying for a retirement visa from your home country, then this is for you. After visiting the Thai Embassy website, you will discover that there…
Continue Reading Applying for a Retirement Visa for Thailand during COVID-19
Covid-19 Insurance for Entering Thailand in 5 mins – Luma Thailand Pass
Where can I get COVID insurance for Thailand instantly? Thai Expat Club partnering with LUMA offers travel insurance plans designed to meet the health insurance requirements for visitors wanting to enter Thailand during the COVID-19 pandemic. Applying is easy and a certificate can be provided in LESS THAN 5 MINUTES! The coverage meets the minimum…
Continue Reading Covid-19 Insurance for Entering Thailand in 5 mins – Luma Thailand Pass
Thinking of travelling to Thailand during COVID times? – Expat tips from a recent traveller
If you’re contemplating traveling to Thailand as the spouse of a Thai citizen or returning to Thailand for work, the following information from a recent traveller is aimed at helping you with your decision or making your journey less stressful. Thailand has one of the lowest rates of COVID infection in the world and like…
How long does it take to get COVID insurance to enter Thailand?
A question commonly received from people planning to travel to Thailand is “How long does it take to get insurance for COVID-19 in Thailand?”. Most people asking this question are weighing up the pros and cons of traveling to Thailand at this time or are in the early phases of applying to the Thai Embassy…
Continue Reading How long does it take to get COVID insurance to enter Thailand?
COVID-19 Insurance options for Thailand – Thai Expat Health
The coronavirus outbreak has had an unprecedented effect on travelers, country borders, and international flights. Whether it’s fear, business, or separation from family and loved ones, each and every one of us has been impacted by the virus in one way or another. Today many people are looking for affordable insurance not just to cross…
Continue Reading COVID-19 Insurance options for Thailand – Thai Expat Health
Insurance for COVID-19 – Online solution for short term visitors requiring insurance for Thailand
Introducing an online solution for short term visitors needing COVID-19 insurance for Thailand. Luma Thailand Pass meets the government requirements for the Certificate of Entry to Thailand with overall coverage of 100,000 USD including cover for Covid-19. This plan has been approved by the Office of Insurance Thailand (OIC) and is ideal for short term…
Where to get a Certificate of Health Insurance to enter Thailand
Three of the most common questions received from foreigners over the past few weeks are: When can I fly back to Thailand (mainly from retirees)?How can I get a certificate of health insurance to enter Thailand?Can spouses of Thai citizens fly back into Thailand? On 14th June 2020, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that…
Continue Reading Where to get a Certificate of Health Insurance to enter Thailand
2 million reasons to have health insurance in Thailand: A shocking true story and how you can avoid a similar fate..
Bernard was on his annual trip to see his mother in Italy. He left Australia and planned to spend 2 – 3 weeks catching up with old friends in Bangkok. But something was different this time around. He was experiencing chest pains and difficultly breathing. He was not aware of any underlying health issues and thought…
Insurance and the Coronavirus: How much does treatment cost?
While the coronavirus continues to spread and infect more and more people, many want to know how much it might cost to treat the virus. Questions include: How much does the COVID-19 test cost?How much does treatment for the Coronavirus cost?How much does it cost to buy insurance for the Coronavirus? Treatment in Thailand is currently…
Continue Reading Insurance and the Coronavirus: How much does treatment cost?
Get Insurance for the Corona Virus (COVID-19) quickly and easily through Thai Expat Club
Two of the most frequent questions received over the past few weeks include; Does my existing policy cover me for Corona Virus (COVID-19)?Where can I buy additional coverage for the Corona Virus (COVID-19) in Thailand? Firstly all of the personal medical insurance (PMI) policies we offer are through reputable, well-established Insurance companies such as AETNA,…