Essential coverage while you're in Canada
Visiting, studying, or working in Canada? Get medical coverage up to $150,000 and protect yourself from unexpected healthcare costs from your first day.
Protect yourself from unexpected healthcare costs in Canada
Healthcare in Canada can be expensive without provincial health coverage. A simple emergency room visit can cost thousands, and serious medical treatment can reach tens of thousands of dollars. Our Visitors to Canada insurance protects you from these unexpected costs while you establish yourself or enjoy your visit.
Protection designed for your situation
Whether you're visiting, studying, working, or settling in Canada, we have coverage options tailored to your specific needs and visa requirements.
Tourists & family visitors
- Get comprehensive medical coverage from $50,000 to $150,000
- No deductibles
- 24/7 worldwide assistance.
New Canadians
- Coverage while awaiting provincial health plans
- Comprehensive emergency medical care
- Meets Super Visa requirements
- Available to Landed Immigrants age 69 or younger
Temporary foreign workers
- Working in Canada but not eligible for group or provincial coverage?
- Get $100,000 Canadian foreign worker insurance protection designed for workers aged 69 and under.
More than insurance—complete support in Canada
When you choose Blue Cross Visitors to Canada insurance, you get comprehensive coverage plus valuable services that help you navigate healthcare in a new country.
- 24/7 CanAssistance: Toll-free support in multiple languages for medical emergencies, translation services, and travel assistance anywhere in the world
- No Deductible: Your coverage begins with the first dollar of eligible medical expenses—no out-of-pocket costs before coverage kicks in
- Direct Billing Network: Agreements with healthcare providers across Canada mean less upfront costs and faster service
- Global Recognition: Blue Cross is recognized worldwide, ensuring your coverage is accepted by healthcare providers
- Customer Space: Manage your policy online—extend coverage, adjust dates, or add family members easily
- Side Trip Coverage: Travel outside Canada for up to 30 days while maintaining your Canadian coverage
Everything you need to know about visitor coverage
Common questions about getting health coverage while visiting or living in Canada.