Whether you're traveling to America -- or to any country with high healthcare costs -- you might need this relatively new type of coverage. "The term is most commonly used for visitors traveling to the United States who need medical coverage in the event of a medical emergency." For example, if you're traveling to Africa for a safari, there are health risks such as malaria. If you're participating in a high-risk activity, you may need extra coverage in case you're injured. But if you need to ask the question, "Do I need visitors coverage?"

Source: Forbes April 20, 2019 12:56 UTC