{"id":2040,"date":"2020-11-26T16:04:18","date_gmt":"2020-11-26T08:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/?p=2040"},"modified":"2024-04-30T11:40:35","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T03:40:35","slug":"expat-health-insurance-options-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/expat-health-insurance-options-in-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Expat health insurance options in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"

Expats relocating to Mexico will be glad to know that its healthcare system is of generally high standards and legal residents can access public healthcare services. With that said, many expats choose to opt for a private health insurance plan. In this Pacific Prime Latin America<\/a>, we\u2019ll tell you why this is the case and give you an overview of your options.<\/p>\n

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Why do expats opt for private health insurance in Mexico?<\/h2>\n

Mexico\u2019s healthcare system<\/a> comprises a public and private sector. While expats can access the public healthcare system under the INSABI and IMSS<\/a> program, these are often plagued with overcrowding and long waiting times. What\u2019s more, there might also be a language barrier for those who don\u2019t speak Spanish.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, Mexico\u2019s private healthcare system offers far more amenities and convenience for expats. In fact, as the largest medical tourism hub<\/a> for North America (and second most important in the world), the country is home to some world-class private hospitals. To avoid hefty out-of-pocket expenses, private health insurance is an attractive option for many.<\/p>\n

What does expat health insurance in Mexico cover?<\/h2>\n

As an expat, it\u2019s recommended that you opt for expat health insurance plans. These are typically international health insurance plans, as opposed to local health insurance plans. In Mexico, international plans are offered by a range of insurers<\/a> including Allianz<\/a>, Bupa<\/a>, Cigna<\/a>, Geoblue<\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n

If you travel abroad often or find yourself relocating again, you\u2019ll find international health insurance plans to be more suitable, as they save you the stress and hassle of securing travel insurance or finding another health plan for your new country. Here\u2019s a quick rundown of the differences between local and international health insurance plans<\/a>:<\/p>\n