Planning a trip to Cuba and looking to buy a travel insurance plan? Here are your best options.<\/p>\n
In 2015, a record breaking 3.1 million tourists visited Cuba, representing a 17.6% increase from the previous year. Tourism is the most dynamic sector of Cuba, which becomes quite evident by the fact that in 2016, 4 million tourists visited Cuba, reflecting a 13% rise from 2015 according to Cuba Business Report<\/a>. It was further added that these 4 million tourists contributed a whopping $3 million to the Cuban coffers.<\/p>\n When entering Cuba, visitors need to be equipped with a return air ticket, a visa valid for at least a month beyond the expected date of departure, evidence of sufficient funds to meet their financial needs in the country, and, most importantly, proof of travel health insurance.<\/p>\n Starting in May 2010, the government of Cuba has made it mandatory for both visitors from overseas as well as Cubans living abroad to arm themselves with a suitable travel health insurance plan, which should cover for medical emergencies, medical evacuation by air and repatriation prior, to arriving on the island of Cuba.<\/p>\n Although the Cuban health system guarantees the necessary medical care through a network of hospitals and polyclinics in case of any medical emergency, the reason for insurance being a prerequisite for a visa is that the Cuban government will not allow you to leave the country if you have any outstanding medical bills.<\/p>\n If you too are planning your visit to Cuba any time soon, here is a list of some of the best travel insurance<\/a> plans you can purchase before the trip.<\/p>\n Here are the best travel insurance for visitors to Cuba.<\/p>\n Administered by IMG, Patriot International medical insurance is a comprehensive medical coverage for American citizens travelling outside of America. Depending on the needs of different travellers, the plan offers different coverage and limit options, from $50,000 to $2,000,000.<\/p>\n The plan offers coverage right from five days to two years, making it ideal for any kind of trip. The policy gives you the freedom to seek treatment with a hospital or doctor of your choice, making the plan much more desirable.<\/p>\n Administered by Trawick International and underwritten by GBG Insurance, Safe Travels International is a great travel insurance plan for travelers to Cuba.<\/p>\n Under this plan, you can visit any Doctor of your choice outside of USA. Deductible can be chosen from $0 to $5,000. After you pay the deductible, the plan pays 100% up to the policy maximum in all circumstances.<\/p>\n The HCC administered Atlas International travel insurance is a single trip medical plan available to US and non-US citizens travelling outside of their home country, but not within the US. The plan offers good medical coverage of up to $1,000,000 from as few as 5 days to as long as 364 days.<\/p>\n As an added perk, the plan offers $50,000 or $1,000,000 coverage for acute onset of pre-existing conditions during international travel.<\/p>\n Those who haven\u2019t bought travel insurance prior to the trip can buy it from a Cuban insurance company that has its offices at the port, airport or marina. But I recommend you buy it online so you get a good price.<\/p>\n All the best!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Planning a trip to Cuba and looking to buy a travel insurance plan? Here are your best options. 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1. Patriot International<\/a><\/h3>\n
2. Safe Travels International<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n
3. Atlas International Insurance<\/a><\/h3>\n