J-1 / J-2 Health Insurance
J-1 / J-2 Health Insurance Coverage
Exchange visitors on J-1 status and their J-2 dependents are required by federal regulations to maintain basic health insurance coverage for medical care as well as supplementary coverage for medical evacuation, and repatriation of remains. To learn about minimum requirements and type of insurance required according to the type of relationship with UTHealth (visitors, employees with benefits, employees without benefits, etc.) refer to the documents and links below:
- Insurance Requirement Information for J Exchange Visitors 09-2012
- Health Insurance Guidance to Coverage and Compliance 09-2012
- Insurance and Waiver Statement - 02.2011
J visitors may purchase appropriate insurance coverage one of several ways:
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From the company of personal or sponsor election, according to coverage required
- Through the UTHealth Auxiliary Enterprises Office, or
- Enroll online directly through AcademicHealthPlans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. See step-by-step instructions to enroll 09-2012
Visitors who might qualify for required J insurance waiver, contact us for advise and to obtain an OIA Insurance Waiver Form
