Now that you have decided to work in Singapore, and possibly bring your family with you, the next thing to consider is having a comprehensive medical insurance plan.
Although medical expenses here may not be as high as those in your home country, the bills can be quite hefty since you do not qualify for any subsidies as a foreigner. Even a simple 2-night stay in the government hospital here can cost up to $10,000! Or perhaps a critical illness can rake up to $800,000 – $900,000 in hospitalization expenses!
Ideally, the right health insurance for an expatriate is one that takes care of major medical expenses, covers internationally and has the flexibility to extend coverage to other benefits such as maternity, dental, emergency medical evacuation and so on.
The most well-known brand in the International Personal Medical Insurance (IPMI) space, Bupa tied up with Raffles Health Insurance to distribute their products in Singapore more than a decade ago.
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Cigna is another behemoth in the IPMI space and a close competitor of Bupa. Cigna is a good choice for individuals who find security in brand names.
Their modular product offers 3 tiers which enables it to be a far more customizable product than BUPA.
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As APRIL is the newest entrant in the international health insurance market in Singapore, they provide comprehensive coverage at competitive premiums. APRIL has a growing market share in Singapore as they are keen to establish their brand in the Southeast Asia.
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This is a good option for healthy/ young expats who only wish to be covered temporarily in Singapore, since policy clauses are not ideal for individuals who go on to develop chronic conditions.
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Every family is unique, depending on your nationality, residency and coverage requirements.
With the wide-ranging health insurance options available to you, let us guide you through to find the best plan for you and your loved ones.
If you have any queries, do feel free to reach out to me via email brionyguntzenbach@fapl.sg or have a chat
Important: The information and opinions in this article are for general information purposes only. They should not be relied on as professional financial advice. Readers should seek independent financial advice that is customised to their specific financial objectives, situations & needs. This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
I have been a financial advisor since 2007, starting off as a tied agent before joining Financial Alliance. I did so to gain access to a truly independent platform where I can offer unbiased advice. From managing business risks to overseeing a client’s retirement portfolio, I have undertaken the effortful task of becoming adept at personal finance and risk management for both businesses and individuals.
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