Plan insurance dates, medical records, medication, providers and emergency access so healthcare remains continuous during a move.
Map the gap between old and new coverage.
Record the end date of existing insurance, the start date and exclusions of new cover, waiting periods and any travel protection. Avoid an uninsured transition.
Prepare a portable medical summary.
Include diagnoses, allergies, medication names and dosages, recent results, vaccination records, treating clinicians and emergency contacts. Arrange translation where it improves safe use.
Protect medication continuity.
Confirm lawful transport, prescription validity, local availability, storage needs and how refills will be obtained. Brand names may differ between markets.
An insurance card is not the same as confirmed access.
Check networks, authorisation, deductibles, emergency procedures and payment or reimbursement requirements.
Identify essential providers early.
Locate emergency care, primary care, paediatric, maternity, specialist and mental-health support according to the household's actual needs.
Planning note: 2026-08-11. Medical and insurance requirements are personal and jurisdiction-specific. Confirm them with qualified providers and the relevant insurer before travel.Official reference: World Health Organization travel and health guidance