Expat Smart Classic

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Summary

BDAE Expat Smart Classic provides substantial medical coverage for expatriates and long-term travelers in high-cost countries, offering a balanced approach between comprehensive protection and moderate premiums. With coverage up to 3 years and focus on high-cost healthcare regions, it targets expatriates who need strong medical protection in expensive healthcare markets but don't require unlimited coverage. The plan includes home country benefits and extended medical extensions for added flexibility.

Fact Sheet

Name Expat Smart Classic
Provider BDAE
Age 0 to 74
Premium €2.13 to €6.97 per day
Duration 1 month to 3 years
Minimum cancellation notice 1 month
Maximum number of medical extension days 2 months
Bookable after departure included
Available coverage regions WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA

Highlights

Pros:

  • High medical coverage limit for non-unlimited plans
  • Covers travelers up to age 74 (higher than Flexible plans)
  • Can be purchased after departure
  • Home country coverage included
  • High-risk sports coverage included
  • Extended medical extension options (2 months)
  • Targeted for high-cost countries
  • Moderate premium rates
  • Duration up to 3 years

Cons:

  • Limited medical coverage compared to unlimited plans
  • No luggage or personal belongings coverage
  • No personal liability protection
  • No maternity coverage
  • No accidental death/disability benefits
  • Shorter maximum duration than Flexible plans (3 vs 5 years)
  • Requires 1 month cancellation notice
  • Does not include USA coverage

Medical Coverage (Illness & Accidents)

Medical Coverage Limit €600,000.00
Inpatient Coverage included
Outpatient Coverage included
Emergency Dental Coverage included
Maternity Coverage unavailable

Assistance

Emergency Assistance included
Repatriation Coverage included

Miscellaneous

Accidental Death and Disability Coverage unavailable
High Risk Sports Coverage included
Home Country Coverage included
Luggage Insurance unavailable
Personal Belongings Coverage unavailable
Personal Liability Coverage unavailable

Analysis

BDAE Expat Smart Classic strikes a balance between comprehensive coverage and cost-effectiveness, specifically targeting expatriates in high-cost healthcare countries. It offers substantially higher coverage than basic travel insurance while remaining more affordable than unlimited plans, making it attractive for cost-conscious expatriates in expensive healthcare markets.

Compared to other plans:

  • Vs. BDAE Expat Smart Basic: Double the medical coverage at moderate premium increase
  • Vs. BDAE Expat Smart Premium: Lower coverage but significantly more affordable than unlimited option
  • Vs. BDAE Expat Flexible Basic: Shorter duration (3 vs 5 years) but covers older travelers (up to 74 vs 66)
  • Vs. Genki Traveler: Lower medical coverage but covers older travelers and includes high-cost country focus

The plan's strength lies in its focus on high-cost healthcare regions combined with its higher age limit of 74, making it particularly suitable for older expatriates or those in expensive healthcare markets who need substantial but not unlimited coverage.

Best suited for:

  • Expatriates aged 67-74 (not covered by Flexible plans)
  • Cost-conscious expatriates in high healthcare cost countries
  • Mid-term expatriate assignments (1-3 years)
  • Older professionals on international assignments
  • Retirees relocating to expensive healthcare regions

The plan provides excellent value for expatriates who need substantial medical coverage but don't require the unlimited protection of premium plans. However, those needing longer durations should consider Flexible plans, while those requiring comprehensive travel benefits should supplement with additional coverage.

All Plans Offered By BDAE

Plan Duration Age Medical Coverage Available Coverage Regions

Expat Flexible Plus

1 month to 5 years 0 to 66 Unlimited WWE US / CA / UK / CH / BR / MX / SP / TH and Worldwide excluding USA

Expat Smart Premium

1 month to 3 years 0 to 74 Unlimited WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA

Expat Smart Basic

1 month to 3 years 0 to 74 €300,000.00 WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA

Expat Flexible Basic

1 month to 5 years 0 to 66 Unlimited WWE US / CA / UK / CH / BR / MX / SP / TH and Worldwide excluding USA

Expat Smart Classic

1 month to 3 years 0 to 74 €600,000.00 WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA
Expat Flexible Plus
Duration: 1 month to 5 years
Age: 0 to 66
Medical Coverage: Unlimited
Destinations: WWE US / CA / UK / CH / BR / MX / SP / TH and Worldwide excluding USA
Expat Smart Premium
Duration: 1 month to 3 years
Age: 0 to 74
Medical Coverage: Unlimited
Destinations: WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA
Expat Smart Basic
Duration: 1 month to 3 years
Age: 0 to 74
Medical Coverage: €300,000.00
Destinations: WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA
Expat Flexible Basic
Duration: 1 month to 5 years
Age: 0 to 66
Medical Coverage: Unlimited
Destinations: WWE US / CA / UK / CH / BR / MX / SP / TH and Worldwide excluding USA
Expat Smart Classic
Duration: 1 month to 3 years
Age: 0 to 74
Medical Coverage: €600,000.00
Destinations: WWE high cost countries and Worldwide excluding USA

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