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Healthcare is high on the Singaporean government’s agenda. Indeed, the country has created one of the most efficiently performing healthcare systems according to Bloomberg’s Most…

From housing to work opportunities, there are many important factors to consider when setting up your life abroad. Especially if you have a young family, you'll want to feel comfortable…

Living abroad can be an exciting adventure. It opens the door to new experiences and different perspectives. However, there’s one experience that many expats find stressful: going to…

Health care in Singapore can be costly, very costly sometimes. That is why it is essential to get a good health insurance as soon as you arrive in the Lion City. So how do you choose a health…

Planning to start or grow your family in Vietnam? Starting a family abroad can be exciting, but it also means you'll have a lot of things to think about - including health insurance. Finding…

Whether you’re already living in Hong Kong or planning to relocate there, here is all the information you will need about the local healthcare system...

If you’ve been offered a new job in Singapore that includes health insurance, you might wonder whether this insurance will be sufficient to cover all your needs. While health insurance is…

Are you about to move, or move back, to France? If so, you may be wondering how your health costs will be paid in your new country of residence. Fortunately, the universal health…

Are you an expat in Thailand planning to start or grow your family? Raising young children is very exciting and rewarding, but it can also be very demanding—and sometimes costly…

SG$15,306 for an appendectomy at Raffles Hospital (private). SG$14,373 for knee repair surgery at Gleneagles Hospital (private). SG$8,398 for heart-attack care at Tan Tock Seng Hospital…

Whether you wish to visit Abu Dhabi or go on a business trip to Dubai, a visa will generally be required to enter the UAE. Depending on your nationality, the requirements will vary. Visa waiver possibilities, sponsorship, required documents...

Asia is one of the world's most culturally diverse and economically advanced regions. It is considered to be the fastest-growing region for expatriates from all backgrounds, from young professionals choosing to build their careers to senior executives...

Living abroad is often a dream come true, but it is also a great leap into the unknown that can turn into a nightmare. Because it upsets our habits and certainties, your new life abroad (or expatriation) can have a strong impact on our mental health...

Is the healthcare system in your (future) country of expatriation efficient? According to the WHO, the average life expectancy worldwide has risen sharply over the last twenty years, which suggests that the quality of care is also increasing...

Making friends in a new country is tough and it can be difficult knowing where to start. But once you have a group of friends you feel comfortable with, you will feel more settled.

Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM, is very popular in Singapore among locals but also expats, who are interested in an alternative healthcare. Traditional Chinese medicine in Singapore…

Co-insurance is a cost-sharing mechanism on many insurance policies. On MyHEALTH plans, it is an option you can take to help reduce your premium. Here we'll help you understand how…

While telemedicine has been a viable option for patients with chronic conditions for years, it's never been more relevant during this COVID-19 global pandemic.

Are you an expat in Singapore planning to start a family soon? At this exciting time in your life, there are so many things to think about and prepare for. One important step when welcoming…

Finding quality, affordable health insurance for your children can be a challenging task. If you’re raising a young family in Singapore, perhaps you already have coverage for the adults…

Moving abroad is a big adventure, but one that requires a lot of preparation and organisation. The process of moving can take many months while you secure the right documentation and find accommodation.

Discover the important things to know about the healthcare and Insurance system in the UAE.

Settling in a new country as an expat can be quite a challenge, even more so if you’re not sure where to live. If you’re lucky enough to have some flexibility, you may be wondering how…

Health insurance is one of the most important purchases you can make. When it comes to protecting your own health or that of your family, you’ll want to ensure you’re fully covered in…

According to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, globally, breast cancer now represents one in four of all cancers in women. Since 2008, worldwide breast cancer incidence has…

Did you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Around the world, charities use this month to raise awareness and funding for breast cancer research. Unfortunately…

Health insurance can easily sound complicated or confusing, and so can the terms that go along with it. Whether you’re someone looking for health insurance or an existing policyholder…

Do you intend to study in France ? Did you learn French and want to boost your resume? Or maybe you are about to request French citizenship… To reach your goals, you will need to…

During a period of expatriation for professional reasons not everything happens as expected. The world health crisis brought about by the Coronavirus pandemic, and its economic…

Our MyHEALTH plans offer a number of premium saving mechanisms which you can use to help reduce the overall premium of your international health insurance coverage…

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) replaced the E110, E111, E119 and E128 forms on 1 June 2004. The EHIC provides proof of entitlement to health insurance, and covers your healthcare within Europe.

Imagine that before going abroad, you made sure to check you had all the required travel documents. But shortly after reaching your destination, you encounter an unpleasant surprise: your passport seems...