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Taking a course abroad

Language courses abroad: what is it, why should you do it and where is the best place to go?

Language courses abroad: what is it, why should you do it and where is the best place to go?

Language courses abroad: what is it, why should you do it and where is the best place to go?

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What is a language course?

  • A language course is a series of lessons in which you learn the basics of a language in a short period of time.
  • The average duration of a language course is 50 to 100 hours spread over several weeks or months
  • A language course differs from a language study mainly in having a lower intensity, lower study pressure and less focus on the scientific side of a language
  • A language course normally costs an amount comparable to other courses. Sometimes you can “trade” a language course by taking lessons from someone who wants to learn to speak your language
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Why learn a language and take a language course abroad?

  • Helpfulness: once you speak a local language somewhat you are immediately better able to communicate with the person you would like to help, and can also make yourself more helpful
  • Involvement: once you speak another person's language you become closer to that person. It strengthens your sense of being involved, and part of the local culture
  • Experience: going abroad to learn a language is one way to get out of your comfort zone
  • Creativity: learning a language is a way to better use your creativity. For example while searching for descriptions or using hands and feet
  • Empathy: you train yourself to immerse yourself in a different way of speaking and often a different way of thinking
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What do you need to learn a language and take a language course abroad?

  • Being environmentally aware: no matter where you are taught you will always have to consider your surroundings. Each country has its own rules and customs that you will have to follow to a certain extent.
  • Be organization-conscious: every school or educational institution also has its own teaching method or vision on education. Also consider the limitations/challenges some schools face due to lack of funding or facilities.
  • Communication ability: already some prior knowledge of the local language is not a must but a great advantage
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To what extent are you insured when taking a language course or a language year abroad?

  • What are the risks?
    • Your health insurance coverage may expire if you go to work abroad, for example
    • You may become homesick and want to go home earlier (but there is a lot you can do to prevent this and prepare for it!
    • You may have problems with the organization you are going abroad with (read more about solving problems abroad
  • What are the consequences if you end up in the hospital, for example?
    • If you end up in hospital, you may have to pay for the costs yourself if you do not have insurance that covers your activities.
  • Are you insured during a language course abroad?
    • A language course abroad will be within your current travel and health insurance if you are not going abroad for too long, will not be doing any paid work or special activities. In other cases, special insurance is often recommended or sometimes necessary
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How to select a language course or language institute?

  • Determine your goals: what level do you want to reach? what level is required of you? do you want to meet new people? do you want to combine the language course with other activities abroad?
  • Determine your commitment: how many hours per week or per day do you want to spend learning a language, do you want to decide for yourself when you will study? Do you want to start practicing the language before you leave for abroad? Do you want to apply your skills to the local population immediately after your language lesson?
  • Experience shows that the fastest leaps forward are made when intensive local language lessons are combined with a stay with a host family who speaks the local language.
  • Online courses can be used well to lay a small foundation, to refresh your knowledge, when your budget is a bit smaller, or for example when you have little spare time or are staying far from the language school.
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Where is the best place to go for a language course, or to learn a language abroad?

  • Learn Chinese in China: e.g. in Beijing
  • Learn German: in Gemany (Berlin, Munich), Austria or Switzerland
  • Learn English abroad: Australia (Sydney), England (Brighton, Cambridge, London), Canada (Toronto), Ireland (Dublin), United States (New York, San Francisco), Malta, South Africa (Cape Town)
  • Learn French in France: Biarritz; Nice, Paris, or in Switzerland
  • Learn Italian in Italy: Florence, Rome, Siena, Venice
  • Learn Japanese in Japan: Tokyo or Kyoto 
  • Learn Spanish in Spain: Barcelona, Granada, Málaga, Madrid, San Sebastian, Seville, Tenerife, Valencia
  • Learn Spanish in the Caribbean: Cuba or the Dominican Republic
  • Learn Spanish in Central America: Costa Rica (Turrialba), Guatemala (Antigua) or Panama (Bocas del Toro)
  • Learn Spanish in South America: Argentina (Bariloche, Buenos Aires), Ecuador, Colombia or Peru (Cusco, Arequipa)
  • Learn Swahili in Africa: Kenya (Kilifi), Tanzania (Zanzibar)
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Taking a TEFL Course for teaching english abroad: What is it, why should you do it and where should you go?

Taking a TEFL Course for teaching english abroad: What is it, why should you do it and where should you go?

Taking a TEFL course

 

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What is a TEFL Course for Teaching English abroad as a Foreign Language

  • TEFL literally means Teaching English as a Foreign Language. In a nutshell, a TEFL course is a training program which gives you the skills and confidence you need to teach English as a foreign language to children and adults.
  • TEFL: The TEFL course is entirely in English, and is made up of various modules aimed at developing didactic skills and the methodology of teaching the English language to non-native speakers. With the globally recognized TEFL diploma, you demonstrate the essential skills for an English teacher. Internationally, the demand for English teachers is increasing and with a TEFL course you significantly increase your chances of a paid teaching job!
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Why should you take a TEFL course?

  • The TEFL course is a course that trains you, without a background as a teacher, to teach English to children and adults. 
  • The course is entirely in English and focuses on developing teaching skills and methods for teaching English to non-native speakers.
  • The demand for English teachers has been growing internationally for years, and a TEFL course will significantly increase your chances of finding a paid teaching job.
  • There is a wide range of course options available, from online courses to intensive practical courses in Spain, Italy, Thailand or Costa Rica. All courses can be supplemented with short modules for those who want to specialize in grammar and specific target groups.  
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Where is the best place to take a TEFL course?

  • Taking the TEFL course in the country or region where you want to start your teaching career can be very helpful, because the TEFL school generaly has a local network for English teacher jobs.
  • Go to Malaga, Spain: take your TEFL course including job search assistance
  • Go to Rome, Italy: start working as an English teacher in Italy after your TEFL course
  • Go to Bangkok, Thailand: Intensive TEFL course with practice hours with real students
  • Go to Chiang Mai, Thailand: onsite courses on level 3 and level 5, paid intership program available
  • Go to Costa Rica: Intensive 4-week TEFL course with practice hours with Costa Rican students
  • The online course can be done at home, but also while traveling the world, as long as there is an internet connection.
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What kind of Teaching jobs can you apply for with a TEFL certificate?

  • In non-Western countries paid teacher are most often hired at schools where the parents of the children belong to the richer upper class of society or are stationed in that country as expats. People who speak fluent English are often hired to encourage conversation, rather than to teach grammar. Basic knowledge of English grammar is a big advantage when students come to you with strange questions. There are many non-western countries where you can teach English, even if English is not your native language. In order to guarantee the quality of education, a certificate or (TEFL) diploma is increasingly requested.
  • As a voluntary English teacher most teaching positions are available in less developed countries and rural areas. Teaching materials and educational facilities are often limited
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Cooking course abroad: what is it, why do it, and where is the best place to go?

Cooking course abroad: what is it, why do it, and where is the best place to go?

Cooking course abroad

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What is a cooking course or cooking workshop abroad?

What is a cooking course?
  • A cooking course is a series of lessons in which you learn the basics of local cuisine in a short period of time.
  • Cooking courses often focus on local products, and a visit to the local market is a common part of the course.
  • A cooking course lasts an average of 1 to 2 weeks, with daily cooking lessons. A less intensive option is a course consisting of a series of lessons spread over several weeks or months.
What is a cooking workshop?
  • A cooking workshop usually gives you the opportunity to discover how to make a particular dish or local specialty in a single lesson.
  • A cooking workshop often lasts only a few hours, ending with you eating or drinking your own creation.
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Why learn to cook a local dish and take a cooking class abroad?

  • Experience: going abroad to learn how to cook according to the local cuisine is one of the ways to step out of your comfort zone at home.
  • Creativity: getting to know a new cuisine is a way to learn how to use your creativity better. You may learn new techniques, ingredients, and flavors.
  • Collaboration: you train yourself to share a kitchen, materials, and the attention of the course leader with others.
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Where is the best place to learn to cook abroad?

  • Indian cuisine: in India, Rajasthan, Delhi, and Goa are known as good locations for a culinary discovery tour; you can also take an Indian cooking course in England and global cities with a large Indian community
  • Indonesian cuisine: in Indonesia, you can learn to cook different dishes on each island; various courses are offered in Bali, Sumatra, and the Moluccas.
  • Italian cuisine: in Italy, the regions of Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, and Sicily are particularly popular for cooking courses. Cooking classes are also offered in Canada (e.g., Toronto and Montreal) and Australia.
  • Japanese cuisine: so much more than sushi; Japan has a rich food culture with various course options in Tokyo and Kyoto, for example.
  • Mexican cuisine: in Mexico, Oaxaca and Mexico City are good places for a cooking course, while the Yucatan region offers fun, small-scale courses focusing on Mayan traditions. There are also many courses available in the United States, some more traditional than others. 
  • Peruvian cuisine: Peru offers a rich mix of indigenous Andean influences and Spanish and Japanese cuisine, with Arequipa as its culinary capital and Cusco and Lima offering the widest selection.
  • Spanish cuisine: In Spain, you can get to know various typical regional dishes in Malaga, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, for example.
  • Thai cuisine: learn to cook in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok. You can discover the basics of Thai cuisine in Chang Mai and various tourist beach resorts.
  • Barbecue: get the most out of your barbecue after taking a course in the US (Texas and Kansas), Argentina (Buenos Aires, Mendoza, or Patagonia), or South Africa (braai lessons in Stellenbosch or Cape Town).
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What are you insured for when cooking abroad?

What are the risks of taking a cooking class or workshop abroad?
  • You can injure yourself in all kinds of ways in a kitchen. In an unfamiliar kitchen with new tools, the risks of bumping, cutting, and burning yourself are greater than at home.
  • Especially with longer courses, you may encounter problems with the organization that organizes the lessons (read more about solving problems abroad).
What are the consequences if, for example, you end up in hospital?
  • If you end up in hospital, you may have to pay the costs yourself if you do not have insurance that covers your activities.
Are you insured for a cooking course abroad?
  • A cooking course abroad will be covered by your current travel and health insurance if you are not going abroad for too long and are not undertaking any paid work or special activities. In other cases, special insurance is often recommended or sometimes necessary.
  • Read more about insuring a course abroad and insuring holidays: trips, tours, and long-distance travel.
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What is travel insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go on a trip or vacation?

What is travel insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go on a trip or vacation?

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What is travel insurance to insure your trip or vacation?

  • Travel insurance is insurance that provides coverage for risks during a trip or vacation abroad. This mainly concerns loss of or damage to your luggage, medical assistance in the event of accidents, for example, or repatriation costs if you need to be transported back to your home country urgently. In some cases, travel insurance coverage also applies in your home country.
  • With continuous travel insurance, you are insured for all your trips throughout the year.
  • With temporary travel insurance, you take out insurance for each trip for the duration of the trip.
  • Cancellation insurance reimburses (all or part of) the travel sum, cancellation or accommodation costs if you have to cancel or interrupt your vacation.
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Why should you take out travel insurance for a short trip, vacation, or long-distance trip?

  • Travel insurance can provide coverage in the event of an accident or emergency while you are away.
  • Travel insurance can provide coverage for damage and accidents during the adventurous or sporting activities you are going to do.
  • Travel insurance can continue to provide coverage if your Dutch basic health insurance no longer provides coverage, or if the damage is only reimbursed at Dutch cost price.
  • Travel insurance can provide coverage in the event of damage, loss, or theft of your luggage.
  • Travel insurance can provide coverage if you are held liable for damage you cause to other people or their property.
  • Travel insurance can provide coverage if you have to return home early because something has happened to you or your immediate family.
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What is important to insure when you are going to travel?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the countries where you are going to travel and possible work.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you are going to participate in during your full period abroad
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you only insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  • That you pay close attention to choosing the right coverage when performing work or voluntary work during your world trip.
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What insurance do you need for a trip or vacation?

 

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What is round the world travel insurance or long-term travel insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go abroad?

What is round the world travel insurance or long-term travel insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go abroad?

Round the world travel insurance or long-term travel insurance

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What is round the world travel insurance or long-term travel insurance?

  • Round the world travel insurance means that you take out insurance that continues to provide coverage during all your activities abroad, and which is specifically intended for those who travel for long periods of time, such as world travelers, globetrotters, and nomads.
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Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for a long trip abroad?

  • Round the world travel insurance provides coverage for a much longer trip than regular travel insurance.
  • World travel insurance is specifically intended for longer trips, whereas regular travel insurance may offer coverage on paper, but in practice handles it differently.
  • World travel insurance is suitable for many types of activities, ranging from high-altitude trekking to more risky sports.
  • World travel insurance continues to provide coverage if you start working during your trip, whether planned or unplanned. If you did not take out insurance before departure that allows you to work, there is no guarantee that you will be able to take out insurance that provides coverage while abroad.
  • Long-term travel insurance continues to provide coverage when your home country's health insurance no longer does.
  • Worldwide travel insurance also covers your medical expenses up to the actual cost, and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • Worldwide travel insurance can also continue to provide coverage if negative travel advice is issued.
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What is important to insure when you are going to travel around the world?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the countries where you are going to travel and possibly work.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you are going to participate in during your full period abroad
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you only insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  • That you pay close attention to choosing the right coverage when performing work or voluntary work during your world trip.
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What insurance do you need when backpacking abroad?

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What is backpack insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go backpacking abroad?

What is backpack insurance, and why take out specific insurance when you go backpacking abroad?

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What is backpacking insurance and travel insurance for backpackers?

  • Backpacking insurance for backpackers means that you take out insurance that continues to provide coverage during all your activities abroad and is specifically intended for those who are traveling for a long time, traveling independently, or making frequent use of local transportation.
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Why should you take out travel insurance specifically for backpacking?

  • Travel insurance for backpacking can provide coverage in the event of an accident or emergency while backpacking.
  • Travel insurance for backpacking can provide coverage for damage and accidents during your adventurous or sporting activities.
  • Travel insurance for backpacking can continue to provide coverage if your Dutch basic health insurance no longer provides coverage, or if the damage is only reimbursed at Dutch cost price.
  • Travel insurance for backpacking can provide coverage in the event of damage, loss, or theft of your luggage while backpacking.
  • Travel insurance for backpacking can provide coverage if you are held liable for damage you cause to other people or their property.
  • Travel insurance for backpacking can provide coverage if you have to return home early because something has happened to you or your immediate family while backpacking.
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What aspects are important to insure when backpacking abroad?

  • The duration of your trip: so that you are also covered during a very long backpacking trip, or can extend your coverage if you want to stay longer
  • The activities during your trip: so that you can also participate in all kinds of sports and adventure activities that are excluded from travel insurance
  • Coverage of your medical expenses during your trip: so that you are always covered, even if you go to work or if the costs in the event of an accident are higher than the Dutch rate
  • Coverage for natural disasters and war during your trip: so that you don't have to return home immediately with your tail between your legs every time the Dutch government issues negative travel advice
  • Your insurer's specialization: so that your insurer specializes in backpacking trips or long stays abroad, and doesn't treat you like an “all-inclusive sunglasses claimant.”
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What insurance do you need when backpacking abroad?

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What is insurance for working abroad, and why do you need specific insurance if you are going to do paid work?

What is insurance for working abroad, and why do you need specific insurance if you are going to do paid work?

Insurance for working abroad

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What is insurance for working abroad?

  • Insuring yourself for working abroad means taking out insurance that continues to provide coverage during your paid work abroad.
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Why take out insurance, and when is normal travel insurance no longer sufficient?

  • There may be several reasons why you need separate insurance for paid work abroad.
  • During your work, local employers generally offer no or limited insurance that does not provide sufficient coverage.
  • The risk of accidents is sometimes greater during your work, for example because you are doing work with which you have little experience or because of the nature of the work.
  • During specific work abroad, additional requirements may apply as soon as you start performing work that involves additional risks. Only special insurance policies offer coverage during this type of work.
  • During work, internships, or volunteer work abroad where you receive a salary or compensation (for example, food or housing), your local health insurance coverage will normally lapse. You will then need special insurance to remain insured for illness and accidents.
  • Standard travel insurance policies generally do not provide sufficient coverage to apply for a work visa or working holiday visa.
  • Standard travel insurance policies generally only cover stays abroad for a limited number of days. If your trip or stay abroad exceeds the maximum number of days, this generally means that there will be no coverage for the entire travel period.
  • Standard travel insurance policies generally only provide coverage for recreational travel without study, internship, or work. If you engage in activities other than recreational activities, this generally means that you will no longer be covered for the entire travel period.
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What should you pay attention to in your insurance policy if you are going to work abroad?

  • Make sure you have insurance that is valid in the area where you will be traveling and working.
  • Make sure you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you will be participating in.
  • that you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • that your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost (what it actually costs), and not just for the standard costs. In most countries, healthcare costs are higher than in the Netherlands.
  • that you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • that you are well insured against personal liability.
  • that you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • that you insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless the coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  •  that you take care to choose the right coverage when working in healthcare, with wild animals, and with dangerous machinery.
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What insurance do you need to work abroad?

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What is volunteer insurance, and why should you take out specific insurance if you are going to do volunteer work

What is volunteer insurance, and why should you take out specific insurance if you are going to do volunteer work

Volunteering abroad with the right insurance

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What is insurance for volunteering abroad?

  • Insuring volunteer work abroad means taking out insurance that continues to provide coverage while you are working as a volunteer abroad
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Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for voluntary work abroad?

  • There may be several reasons why you need separate insurance when volunteering abroad.
  • During specific activities abroad, additional requirements may apply if your work involves extra risks. Only specific insurance policies offer coverage during these activities.
  • The risk of accidents is sometimes higher during your work, for example because you are doing work you have little experience with or because of the nature of the work.
  • Local projects or employers generally offer no or limited insurance that provides insufficient coverage during your work.
  • When volunteering abroad and receiving minor financial compensation (or, for example, food or housing), your home country's health insurance coverage will potentially lapse. You will then need special insurance to remain insured for illness and accidents.
  • Regular travel insurance policies generally provide coverage for trips of a limited number of days. If your trip or stay abroad exceeds the maximum number of days, this generally means that for the entire travel period, you will not be covered.
  • Regular travel insurance policies generally only provide coverage for recreational travel without voluntary work activities. If you engage in activities other than recreational activities (such as volunteer work), this generally means that for the entire travel period, you will not be covered.
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What is important to insure when you are going to work as a volunteer abroad?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the country or countries where you are going to travel and volunteer.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you are going to participate in during your period abroad
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you only insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  • That when performing work in healthcare, with wild animals, and with dangerous (agricultural) machinery, you take care to choose the right coverage.
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What insurance do you need when volunteering abroad?

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Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for an internship abroad?

Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for an internship abroad?

Internship abroad with the right insurance

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What is insurance for an internship abroad?

  • Insuring an internship abroad means taking out insurance that continues to provide coverage during your internship abroad
  • Insurance for internships abroad are also referred to as internship insurance. This internship insurance is specifically for when you go abroad for a long period of time to work as an intern, take courses, or conduct research abroad.
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Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for an internship abroad?

  • There may be several reasons why you need separate insurance for an internship abroad.
  • During internship activities abroad, additional requirements may apply as soon as you start performing work that involves additional risks. Only specific insurance policies offer coverage during these activities.
  • During your internship, the risk of accidents is sometimes greater, for example because you are doing work with which you have little experience or because of the nature of the work.
  • During your internship, local employers generally do not offer insurance, or offer limited insurance that does not provide sufficient coverage.
  • During an internship abroad where you receive financial compensation (or, for example, food or accommodation), your home country's health insurance coverage will potentially lapse. You will then need special insurance to remain insured for illness and accidents.
  • Regular travel insurance policies generally provide coverage for trips of a limited number of days. If your trip or stay abroad exceeds the maximum number of days, this generally means that for the entire travel period, you will not be covered.
  • Regular travel insurance policies generally only provide coverage for recreational trips without work activities.
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What is important to insure when you are going to be an intern abroad?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the area where you will be traveling and doing your internship.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you will be participating in.
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return in case something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost (what it actually costs), and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability and, preferably, also for liability during your internship.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless the coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  • Make sure you choose the right coverage for internship work in healthcare, with wild animals, or with dangerous machinery!

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What is insurance for studying abroad, and why should you take out specialized travel insurance for your education abroad?

What is insurance for studying abroad, and why should you take out specialized travel insurance for your education abroad?

Studying abroad with the right insurance

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What is insurance for studying abroad?

  • Insurance for studying abroad means that you take out insurance that continues to provide coverage during your studies, your education, and your related activities abroad.
  • Insurance for studying abroad is also referred to as study insurance. This study insurance is specifically for when you go abroad for a long period of time to take courses, study, or conduct research abroad.
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Why should you take out specialized travel insurance for a study abroad?

  • Study insurance is specifically designed for studying abroad, whereas regular travel insurance policies may offer coverage on paper but handle this situation differently in practice.
  • Study insurance offers coverage for longer stays than regular (vacation) travel insurance.
  • Study insurance is also suitable for many types of activities, ranging from various sports to hiking at high altitudes.
  • Study insurance continues to provide coverage if you start working during your trip, whether planned or unplanned. If you have not taken out insurance before departure that allows you to work, there is no guarantee that you will be able to take out insurance abroad that provides coverage.
  • Study insurance continues to provide coverage if your own country's health insurance no longer provides coverage.
  • Student insurance also covers your healthcare costs above the rates in your own country; with regular insurance, you have to pay the extra costs yourself.
  • Student insurance can also continue to provide coverage if (study) visa issuers impose additional requirements on how you insure yourself, for example if you are going to the US and applying for a J-1 visa.
  • Student insurance continues to provide coverage if you are staying abroad for a longer period of time and want to visit your own country in between.
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What is important to insure when you are going to study abroad?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the country or countries where you are going to travel and work.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you are going to participate in during your period abroad
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you insure your luggage and take sufficient precautions against theft or damage.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you only insure yourself for legal assistance if there is an immediate reason to do so, unless coverage is already automatically included in the insurance.
  • That you pay close attention to choosing the right coverage when performing work alongside your studies.

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Why should you take out specialized insurance for moving abroad as an emigrant or an expat?

Why should you take out specialized insurance for moving abroad as an emigrant or an expat?

Moving abroad with the right insurance

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What is an emigration insurance and what is an expat insurance?

  • Emigration insurance is an insurance that continues to provide coverage if you move abroad permanently or for an indefinite period of time.
  • Emigration insurance is not only intended for emigrants, but for anyone who leaves their home country for an extended period of time and does not intend to return in the foreseeable future.
  • Expat insurance is insurance that continues to provide coverage if you go to work abroad for a local or international employer for an extended period of time.
  • Expat insurance is not only intended for expats, but for anyone who has a more permanent job abroad.
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Why should you take out specialized insurance for emigration or working as an expat abroad?

  • Emigration or expat insurance not only provides coverage for acute assistance in the event of illness or accident abroad, such as travel insurance, but can also provide coverage for existing conditions and ailments or non-urgent care.
  • Emigration or expat insurance does not require you to maintain valid health insurance in your home country.
  • Emigration or expat insurance provides coverage for preventive care or costs related to pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Emigration or expat insurance also provides coverage for long-term treatments and chronic conditions without you having to return to your home country.
  • Emigration or expat insurance often has no restrictions on the duration of the insurance, unlike travel insurance.
  • Emigration or expat insurance usually maintains coverage in cases such as negative travel advice or acts of war.
  • Emigration or expat insurance offers various solutions in the areas of disability, home and household insurance, goods transport, and liability.
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What is important to insure when you are going to move abroad?

  • That you have insurance that is valid in the country or countries where you are going to live and/or work.
  • That you are adequately insured for the sports and activities you are going to participate in during your period abroad
  • That you are insured for emergency assistance and early return if something happens to you or your immediate family.
  • That your medical expenses are insured up to the actual cost and not just for the standard costs. The costs per medical treatment vary greatly between countries.
  • That you are well insured against personal liability.
  • That you are well insured in case of accidents.
  • That you pay close attention to choosing the right coverage when performing work with additional health risks

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    What social activities can you do abroad?

    • Opportunities are found in the areas of helping, learning or studying. You can get involved to volunteer in a social project at a school in Africa, Asia or Latin America. You can get involved in nature, in a project with animals or cleaning the sea or beaches. Those who want to learn more can choose for example a language course in Latin America, Spain or South Africa.
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    What work related activities can you do abroad?

    • If you want to gain work experience, and/or also earn money, go and work abroad. You can combine backpacking in Australia with temporary work. You can work on campsites in Europe or bush camps in Africa. You can pretty much go all over the world to work in the hospitality industry, hotels and hostels, in the healthcare sector or for example at a diving school.
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    What sports activities to do abroad?

    • Have you ever thought of mountain biking, rafting (going down a wild river on a raft or rubber dinghy, climbing or canoeing), survival (which involves building rafts, climbing or canoeing), abseiling (descending a rock face while secured to ropes), zip-lining (whizzing down a cable), canyoning (starting at the top of a river and then climbing, swimming, diving down the bed) or caving (scrambling, wriggling and crawling through caves and crevices)?
    • Maybe you feel more comfortable on a bodyboard (on a half-wave surfboard, you surf the high waves lying down-with flippers), on a hang glider or while paragliding (with a parachute you float down a mountain or dune), hydrospeeding (on a bodyboard with flippers and a wetsuit on you go down a wild river via rapids) or Tiefschneeskiing (racing down through powder snow)?

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