Guide des assurances pour nomades numériques

Private hospitals in Bangkok and KL are world-class and affordable. Always carry your insurance card — most private hospitals in Thailand do direct billing with international insurers.

EU public healthcare is excellent but usually requires residency. With a digital nomad visa (Portugal, Spain), you may get access to public system. Private insurance is recommended for faster access.

Healthcare is affordable and improving. Private clinics in capitals are good. Travel medical or nomad-specific insurance works well here. Some DN visa programs include mandatory local insurance.

Private hospitals in major cities (CDMX, Bogota, Sao Paulo) are excellent. Rural areas have limited options. Evacuation coverage is important. Local insurance in Mexico (IMSS/INSABI) is very affordable.

USA healthcare is extremely expensive without insurance. Make absolutely sure your plan covers the USA explicitly — many budget plans exclude it. A single ER visit can cost $5,000+.

Dubai and Abu Dhabi require mandatory health insurance for residents. Turkey offers excellent and affordable private healthcare. Georgia is a hidden gem for affordable quality care.

Japan and South Korea have world-class healthcare. National health insurance is available to residents (including some visa holders). Taiwan NHI is one of the best systems globally.

Quality varies significantly. South Africa has excellent private hospitals. Emergency evacuation coverage is essential for remote areas. Ensure your plan covers medical repatriation.