Our expat health insurance meets all French visa and residence permit requirements. Your policy includes uncapped medical coverage, no annual deductible, and no waiting period in most cases. A stamped and signed Insurance certificate listing all covered requirements is available to download in your account in both French and English immediately after sign-up.
What visa requirements does expat health insurance meet?
France requires proof of adequate health coverage from anyone living and working there.
The good news is that our expat health insurance meets the health coverage requirements of French visa and residence permit applications, and it has been used successfully by thousands of customers.
Your visa compliance certificate will confirm that we meet these requirements:
We operate in France
Full inpatient and outpatient coverage (hospitalization, medical consultations, surgical and outpatient procedures, emergency care, and diagnostic tests)
Unlimited medical coverage (minimum coverage of €30,000 guaranteed)
No annual deductible (assurance santé "au premier euro")
Coverage valid across the entire Schengen area
Medical repatriation and repatriation of remains
Policy valid for 1 year, renewable
Valid for national visas and renewals
Not a travel insurance policy
How do I get my visa-compliance insurance certificate?
Your Insurance certificate (sometimes titled Visa compliance confirmation letter) is available in both French and English. It will be available in your account immediately after sign-up.
Where can I check visa and health insurance requirements for France?
It's always a good idea to verify your visa's health insurance requirements with official sources to ensure compliance and avoid delays.
Here are the official sources to verify health insurance requirements for your specific visa type:
French consulate or embassy in your country: visit their official website for the latest health insurance requirements, or contact them directly to confirm details.
France-Visas: France's official visa platform with comprehensive, up-to-date guidelines on visa types and required documents, including health insurance.
French Ministry of the Interior (Ministère de l'Intérieur): in-depth information on immigration, residence permits, and legal requirements for staying in France.
Immigration lawyers or visa consultants: for complex cases or additional clarity, consulting a legal expert is recommended.