OPT Health Insurance

OPT stands for Optional Practical Training.

Post-completion OPT is a work permit (or employment authorization) given to F-1 students who have finished their studies and are no longer taking full time classes. OPT is given for a duration up to 12 months (extendable to 36 months for STEM students) and provides recent graduates to put the knowledge gained in the classroom into a practical work experience.

Most schools do not provide health insurance to persons on OPT. And some schools that offer insurance to persons on OPT are very expensive, typically around $200 per month. Such persons are not eligible for international student health insurance products either as they require students to be enrolled full-time in school and taking classes on full-time basis.

Many domestic companies may not offer insurance to such persons because they require that the person be a either U.S. citizen, permanent resident (green card holder), and/or be resident of a U.S. for a certain duration.

However, as the health insurance expenses are very high in the USA, it would definitely be worthwhile to purchase a short term health insurance plan until a person on OPT gets a job and is eligible to enroll in an employer-sponsored health insurance plan.

Fortunately, we offer several products that are low cost, that would suit your needs and you would be eligible to purchase such products. Depending upon your requirements, one of them could be the best health insurance for OPT students in your particular situation. 

As OPT insurance products can be purchased for any duration from 5 days up to 2 or 3 years, you can buy the insurance for the exact duration you need and continue to renew it until you can enroll in an employer-sponsored health insurance plan.

OPT insurance plans will cover any new medical conditions, injuries or accidents that may occur after the effective date of the insurance. OPT health insurance plans will not cover any pre-existing conditions, preventive check ups, maternity, birth control, immunizations, dental or vision.

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You cannot find a lower price anywhere for the same product.

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Why purchase insurance from Insubuy®?

Same Price. Better Service.®

There are many advantages in purchasing from Insubuy® and no disadvantages.

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Visiting USA?

Healthcare costs are very high in the U.S.

Buy U.S. based visitors insurance and enjoy your trip.

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Traveling abroad?

Did you know that your insurance may not cover you abroad or that it may only provide limited coverage?

Purchase travel medical insurance that includes emergency medical evacuation.

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New immigrant to USA?

You are not eligible to enroll in Medicare for the first 5 years.

Purchase new immigrant medical insurance to bridge the gap.

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Going on a vacation?

You could lose your non-refundable trip costs if you had to cancel your trip.

Buy a trip cancellation insurance package plan and be worry-free.

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Are you an exchange visitor to USA?

The U.S. Department of State requires all J visa holders to purchase compliant insurance.

Buy J visa medical insurance to meet your requirements.

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Traveling to Europe?

Schengen countries require most non-US citizens to purchase Schengen visa insurance.

Make an instant purchase online and get instant visa letter.

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Traveling frequently throughout the year?

You don't need to purchase travel insurance for every trip.

Purchase annual multi trip travel insurance for your travels.

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International student in the U.S.?

Most schools require international students to purchase health insurance.

Purchase international student health insurance that meets most school requirements.

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