Study Abroad Insurance for Students in Italy
Italy requires Schengen health insurance for the student visa. 30,000+ US students study in Italy — get visa-ready coverage from $30/month.
Italian long-stay visas require €30,000 Schengen health insurance. US universities require the same for enrollment in semester abroad programs.
Healthcare in Italy for US Students
Italy's Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN) provides emergency care to all visitors. Non-emergency care through the public system is slow and requires registration. Major cities (Rome, Florence, Milan) have private English-speaking clinics.
Italy is a Schengen country. Long-stay student visas require €30,000 minimum insurance coverage. US domestic plans do not cover Italian care. Study abroad insurance covers both visa requirements and actual healthcare needs.
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All plans include emergency medical, evacuation, and meet Schengen visa requirements (€30,000+).
Designed for US students studying abroad — meets most university requirements including evacuation, mental health, and Schengen compliance.
Renewable annually. Widely accepted by US study abroad offices. Includes preventive care and prescription drugs.
Highest medical maximum ($1M) at the lowest price. Ideal for students on tight budgets who want strong emergency coverage.
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