A land of natural beauty, tropical beaches and vibrant culture, Costa Rica is a haven for expats. Whether you’re working remotely, studying or wanting to spend your retirement among the picturesque landscape, Costa Rica is proving to be an increasingly popular place to live.
Health Insurance in Costa Rica is necessary for expats, as there is a charge to use the public healthcare system.
With Cigna Healthcare, we remove the hassle associated with arranging medical cover.
Read on to find out more on Costa Rica’s healthcare system, and how we can help you get cover with a package to suit your needs.
Free public healthcare in Costa Rica is reserved for emergency situations only. Most of its citizens and expats need to pay for their own medical costs. The Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) provided by the government is a public sector security fund that you pay into. Payments are relative to your income – those who earn more, pay more.
You’re required to sign up for this when applying to live in the country. This could mean contributions of around 7-11% of your income. This still applies to pensions and savings. There are also coverage options through the private sector too.
Pros and cons of using Costa Rica's local healthcare system
Private health insurance can help you navigate the bureaucracy of Costa Rica’s government-led social medical care. Publicly accessible healthcare usually involves cumbersome and painstakingly detailed paperwork. With medical coverage, your paperwork and administration are handled by your provider.
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Couverture mondiale ou mondiale à l’exclusion des États-Unis
Plafond de garanties annuelles
Les garanties de base du contrat Silver assurent la prise en charge des soins de jour et des frais d’hospitalisation incluant le séjour à l’hôpital et les soins médicaux
Modules supplémentaires disponibles :Couverture mondiale ou mondiale à l’exclusion des États-Unis
Plafond de garanties annuelles
Une couverture globale, avec des plafonds annuels de remboursement plus élevés et des garanties supplémentaires incluant les soins d’hospitalisation et de maternité
Modules supplémentaires disponibles :Couverture mondiale ou mondiale à l’exclusion des États-Unis
Plafond de garanties annuelles
Notre niveau de couverture optimal offre un plafond annuel de remboursement illimité, avec la plupart des garanties en règlement intégral.
Modules supplémentaires disponibles :Pays de résidence + pays de nationalité
Plafond de garanties annuelles
Une couverture santé essentielle créée pour ceux qui nécessitent une prise en charge uniquement dans leur pays de résidence et dans leur pays de nationalité
Modules supplémentaires disponibles :Contact our Customer Care Team whenever you need medical attention and we’ll tell you where you need to go, and what to do. This saves you the hassle of doing it yourself.
You can add the International Vision & Dental package as an additional option to your Cigna Healthcare private medical insurance in Costa Rica.
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