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Super Visa Insurance

Super visa insurance is a specialized medical coverage designed for parents and grandparents applying for the super visa. Its main purpose is to provide proof of adequate health coverage during their stay in Canada, addressing essential healthcare needs, hospitalization, and repatriation.

Requirements for Supervisa Insurance

  1. Have medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company
  2. Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry
  3. At least $100,000 emergency coverage
  4. Proof that the medical insurance has been paid in full, or in instalments with a deposit (quotes aren't accepted)

Super Visa Insurance Key Features

Health Care | Hospitalization | Repatriation

  • Quotes from Canadian insurance providers
  • Emergency checkups covered
  • Coverage for pre-existing conditions
  • Partial refund on early returns.
  • Coverage for short trips to the USA
  • Coverage for hospital semi-private accommodation
  • Coverage for emergency dental accidents
  • Coverage for AD&D
  • Coverage for follow-up visits
  • Coverage for prescription medications
  • Wide range of deductibles options to choose from
  • Hassle-free claim process

For a detailed coverage description & key features. Please read the Policy Wording of the plan of your choice carefully.

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What Is Super Visa Insurance?

In 2011, Canada introduced the super visa, which allows parents and grandparents of citizens and permanent Canadian residents to stay in Canada for periods of up to two years without having to reapply. It is a multi-entry visa that valid for up to ten years, depending on the applicant’s passport expiry date.

As a requirement of the parent and grandparent super visa, applicants must have proof of Canadian medical insurance coverage for a period of at least one year and for a minimum coverage amount of at least $100,000 for healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation. The insurance policy should cover the entire duration of your stay in Canada, so you have nothing to worry about except spending time with your loved ones and exploring our beautiful country.

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What Are The Super Visa Requirements?

To be eligible for a super visa:

  • You must be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident.
  • Your Canadian relative will have to write a letter promising to provide financial support for you during your stay.
  • Your relative will be asked to show the necessary minimum income and provide a copy of their Canadian passport or PR Card.
  • You will be required to take a medical exam to show you are medically admissible into Canada.
  • You must prove that you have sufficient medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can We Change The Travel Dates?
Yes, you can change the effective date on the policy, When applying for super visa insurance, you have to provide a tentative effective date for your application for this policy. But, If you have got your visa and then decide to postpone your trip, or arrive in Canada earlier than it is indicated on your policy, you can adjust your travel dates any time before the effective date shown on your policy confirmation it’s FREE. If you request a change of the travel dates after the policy effective date and you are not in Canada at that time, the insurer may charge an administration fee to process this change.
Can We Make The Payments On Monthly Installments?
Yes, we have a convenient and affordable option to pay for super visa medical insurance on a monthly basis. we have wide variety of Insurance providers to choose from. you can get an instant quote online.
Can We Take Our Parents For Annual Checkups?

Most insurance companies for Super Visa Insurance are for medical emergencies only. We have a plan that covers non-medical emergency for the following benefits:-

A – Annual check-up* – Just like you can go to your family doctor for an annual check-up, the same way your parents can also go for an annual check-up and use the benefit up to $250 for the doctor visit or lab tests, etc.

B – Eye Exam* – Once a year, you can get your eyes examined for up to $100 benefit and can be a routine checkup, which does not have to be an emergency.

C – Vaccines* – Up to $100 for vaccines and is non-emergency treatment.

*Please refer to the policy document for the full description of the benefit.

Do I Need To Buy Super Visa Insurance From Canadian Company?
Yes, One of the legal requirements of super visa insurance is that the provider should be a Canadian insurance company. This is beneficial to the applicant as Canadian companies understand the Canadian healthcare system and make for an efficient claims process if needed.
What If The Visa Is Denied?
If your Parents/Grand Parents are denied a visa and refused entry to Canada, you will get a FULL REFUND of the premium paid for medical insurance, provided you applied for this refund before the policy effective date as shown on your policy confirmation. If you apply for a refund after the policy effective date, the company usually charges an administration fee. A copy of the denial visa letter is required in both situations.
What If We Don't Stay For Full Year In Canada?
PARTIAL REFUNDS are available if you return to your home country early or if you become eligible under a government health plan during the period of your coverage. You will be refunded for the number of days you did not use, a cancellation fee applies. Partial refunds are not available if a claim has been or will be submitted to the insurer.

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