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Health Insurance for International Students & Exchange Visitors

Find international student insurance that meets your program’s requirements.

Insubuy Student & Exchange Visitor Health Insurance

International Student Insurance

For those on F & M visas studying at US schools

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Exchange Visitor Insurance

For J visa holders taking part in exchange programs

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OPT Insurance

For those taking part in Optional Practical Training

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Why Buy from Insubuy?

Insubuy has been a trusted partner to international students and scholars for decades.
Why should you buy from us?

We offer a large selection of plans for different schools and programs.
We offer a large selection of plans for different schools and programs.
We offer a large selection of plans for different schools and programs.
It’s easy to compare plans side by side to choose your best coverage.
We offer a large selection of plans for different schools and programs.
We have more than 25 years of international medical insurance expertise.
We offer a large selection of plans for different schools and programs.
We have a staff of licensed, USA-based agents to answer your questions.

Insubuy will be by your side throughout your academic journey in the US and beyond, committed to supporting your health and safety every step of the way.

Customer Experiences

Insubuy has looked after your wellbeing for more than two decades. Read what some of our customers are saying.

Zsoka

“I've been buying travel insurance from Insubuy for at least 10 years for my family and our visitors from overseas...their site is easy to use offers lots of different policies and comparisons between them.”

-Zsoka

Zsoka

“After searching around on the internet, I came across Insubuy. Their website was easy to navigate and gave me wide range of policies to consider with an easy-to-use quote system.”

-Krishna

Zsoka

“I am an international student looking for health insurance all by myself and it's an incredibly difficult process. Insubuy laid out all my options, which was incredibly helpful.”

-Polina

Zsoka

“I did not know how to get the appropriate insurance for my Exchange Student and the agent...spent a lot of time listening to my concerns about wanting to have the best amount of insurance...”

-Dar

Learn More About International Student Insurance

Do you have questions about insurance for international students or scholars? We can answer that!

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Frequently Asked Questions About International Student Insurance in the US

  • How much does health insurance cost for international students in the US?

    The exact cost for international student health insurance in the US depends on a variety of factors including your length of stay, whether or not you are covering any F2 dependents, and the specific plan you choose.

  • Is insurance required for international students?

    The health insurance requirements for international students depend on the school you will be attending. Each college or university will state their insurance requirements for international students. Be sure to purchase a student insurance plan that meets each off them.

  • What are insurance options for J1 and J2 visa holders?

    All J-1 and J-2 visa holders are required to have insurance coverage that meets the minimum standards set by the US Department of State. The J1 insurance plans we offer meet all State Department requirements.

  • What is OPT health insurance for F1 students?

    OPT health insurance is medical insurance specifically for international students taking part in Optional Practical Training, or OPT, a program that allows international graduates to remain in the US for up to 36 months in order to gain relevant work experience in their field of study. If you want to know how to apply for OPT, contact your Designated School Official (DSO).