When it comes to safeguarding the well-being of students, faculty, and their families abroad, one provider rises above the rest: GuardMe Europe. With over 25 years’ experience and support for more than 250,000 international students each year, GuardMe specialises exclusively in international student insurance—ensuring focused, comprehensive cover tailored to the needs of those travelling overseas.
Specialist Focus
GuardMe’s dedication to the international education sector means their policies are finely tuned to the realities of study abroad—covering a full range of academic stays, faculty travel, internships, camps, volunteer trips, and exchanges.
Comprehensive Cover Worldwide
With emergency medical cover up to €10 million, plus third-party liability and repatriation, GuardMe ensures students and staff are fully protected, whether they’re in Europe, North America, Asia, or beyond.
Flexible, Transparent Policies
Multi‑Risk and Multi‑Risk with Cancellation: Covering medical issues, baggage, liability, trip interruption and cancellation (£7,500 max)
Travel Plus Cancellation: Ideal for travel-focused trips where medical cover is provided separately
Students and institutions can choose plans ranging from 7,500 € to fully-inclusive cover, with no excess and optional cancellation benefit
Digital Ease & Around-the-Clock Support
Users benefit from a multilingual online portal for policy access and adjustments, a 24/7 Digital Doctor service for telemedicine consultations, and global emergency assistance—supported by direct billing to reduce upfront costs.
Coverage Includes
Pre-existing medical conditions
Leisure trips (up to 21 days during study periods)
Wide range of sports and adventure activities
Personal accident and baggage protection
Personal liability up to €2 million
GuardMe extends its protection beyond students to include dependents and families, faculty, educational staff, and even tour operators or camp leaders. There are no minimum purchase requirements or long-term contracts—making the policies ideal for individuals and educational groups alike
GuardMe’s award-winning service prides itself on compassionate, person-focused care. Student testimonials highlight:
“Prompt responses and options … reminded me why we’ve been a client for so many years” (Elena)
Praise for the empathetic and professional team including “compassionate people like you” (Korhan)
Globally trusted by universities, colleges, schools, study-abroad agencies, and accreditation bodies, GuardMe is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland and headquartered in County Wicklow since 1998.
GuardMe Europe offers much more than insurance—it provides security with heart. Their tailored, flexible plans, robust global coverage, 24/7 digital support, and seamless claim processes are crafted specifically for the international education community. Whether you're a student, educator, or family member, GuardMe ensures your journey abroad is both enriching and worry-free.