Should I get health insurance in New Zealand for short stay?

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on 20 Aug 2012

Hi

Sould I get health insurance in New Zealnd and if I do need to can I get health insurance even if I don't have a well paying job or anything. I will be backpacking/ on a working holiday. Thanks

Anonymous (not verified) on 21 Aug 2012 - 15:10

Hi David

New Zealand offers free healthcare to citizens and residents on a work permit, but I'm afraid not to most people on a working holiday visa. You will need to get some private medical insurance through an international company like Bupa, UNLESS you are a UK or Irish national, in which case New Zealand has a reciprocal agreement with the UK that would give you some access to emergency medical care.

You can see Healthcare in New Zealand and Visas in New Zealand for more information.

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