Medical Insurance information for international students participating in a short-term Language and Culture Programs, Group English as a Second Language (ESL) program (7 weeks or less) or a short-term Custom Group Program.
Insurance Providers |
guard.me International Insurance |
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How to Apply | Short-term students are automatically enrolled in guard.me at VIU Health Insurance. Group students are enrolled as per partnership agreements. |
Type of Coverage | guard.me at VIU is a short term primary medical insurance coverage for items such as: Medically required doctor and hospital visits, lab test, x-rays, ambulance, taxi to/from clinic or hospital, prescriptions, paramedical services, eye exams, accidental dental, family transportation and emergency return home, and more. You can view your coverage online at guard.me International Medical Insurance |
Coverage Period | You will be covered for the period of your short-term program at VIU. Your insurance policy will be emailed to you before classes begin; check your email for specific dates. |
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Your guard.me ID Card and policy number will be sent to you via email before the start of classes. It will include your policy number, coverage details and start and end dates. Be sure to print it as soon as you receive it. If you do not receive your card check your spam box. If it is not there, please contact VIU or go to guard.me International Medical Insurance.