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BLUE CROSS International Student Plan
The Foreign Students Medical Plan through Ontario Blue Cross must be purchased prior to arrival in Canada or within 30 days of arrival in Canada.
A 72-hour waiting period applies if coverage is purchased after arrival into Canada. Therefore, we highly recommend that you purchase coverage prior to arrival in Canada.
This is a customized plan for international students under the age of 50 who are attending an educational institution full-time or who are a duly registered student. The applicant must read and understand the declaration of health. A declaration form is available by email or fax.
Proof of registration from the educational institution is also required.
Coverage is available for up to 366 days
Coverage amount is $100,000
Coverage is available for single students, married students, and families moving abroad with the student.
Highlights of Insurance
Medical Insurance While You Are Studying in Canada
Hospital costs for ward accommodation
Nursing care during hospitalization
Diagnostic services
Drugs prescribed as part of an emergency treatment
Dental care following an accident
Ambulance service
Repatriation to residence
Return of a vehicle up to $1000
Return of the deceased up to $5000
Subsistence allowance - Meals and accommodation, up to a maximum of 10 days ($100 per day for a maximum of $1000)
Some pre-existing condition limitations may apply
Rates
The following rates are Single Student daily rates. Contact us for married students or family rates. Rates are indicated in Canadian currency. It is recommended that you purchase in advance for the full duration of the school year that you will be spending abroad. Otherwise, you will be subject to a new
The premium is refundable in its entirety before the effective date. For early returns (departure from Canada) before the end of coverage, the premium is refundable for the portion of unused days if no claim has been submitted. Administration fees of $25 per contract will be retained by Ontario Blue Cross.
Premium Rates
Rate
Rate
Duration
Duration
| 1 - 31 Days | $ 95 | 184 - 214 Days | $ 419 |
| 32 - 61 Days | $149 | 215 - 244 Days | $ 473 |
| 62 - 92 Days | $ 203 | 245 - 275 Days | $ 527 |
| 93 - 122 Days | $ 257 | 276 - 305 Days | $ 581 |
| 123 - 153 Days | $ 311 | 306 - 336 Days | $ 635 |
| 154 - 183 Days | $ 365 | 337 - 366 Days | $ 690 |
Rates are based on Ontario Blue Cross December 2008-2009 rate tables. Rates are subject to change at the insurer's option. E&OE.
How to Purchase Coverage
How to Purchase Coverage
Three ways to purchase coverage:
1) Call our office at 905.278.5636 or toll-free within North America at 1.877.278.5636.
2) Buy online by clicking the following link:
3) Download a copy of both the application form and the Health Declaration form. Then fax the completed forms to us at 905.486.9895. Please be sure to provide us with a current email address for confirming receipt of application and coverage confirmation.
For further information, contact us for a brochure or email your questions to us.
Telephone Number to Call: Within North America 1-877-278-5636 From Outside Call 905-278-5636 (sorry, we do not accept collect calls.)
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