Universidad Austral requires that all exchange students are covered by a local health insurance.
The insurance must be obtained prior to arrival in Argentina and must be valid from the first to the last day of the semester.
For practical purposes, the University suggests the plan provided by William Hope, because it has a complete coverage and personal assitance 24/7. The monthly cost for 2020 is: U$D 73
For details on the coverage, please download the Plan Description. For questions about the plan, please contact Fernando Ceccardi: fernando_ceccardi@whope.com.ar. To obtain the insurance, please complete this form
Exchange students who fail to show proof of an adequate health insurance by the first week of classes will not be allowed to enroll at the University.
With a local health insurance you must read, sign and submit the following forms:
In very special circumstances, you may petition for a waiver and apply with an international health insurance. To petition for a waiver you must send proof that the coverage includes the following: medical diagnosis and treatment, preventive medicine, hospitalization, surgery and transplants, dental care, first aid and transportation to a hospital or clinic, medical equipment and appliances, treatment of chronic diseases, paramedical services and repatriation of mortal remains.
With an international health insurance, you must also read, sign and submit the following forms: