semi move to US
#16
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Re: semi move to US
Lots & lots of good caveats that I can't advise on. Although I know a fair few Canuck "Snowbirds" who seem to manage very well. (Hint: post #15 might be applicable...).
However, assuming the OP is a UK citizen, normally resident in the UK, a search of both the forum, & google, for long term (& even, age regardless, backpacker) travel insurance, might prove useful.
S
However, assuming the OP is a UK citizen, normally resident in the UK, a search of both the forum, & google, for long term (& even, age regardless, backpacker) travel insurance, might prove useful.
S
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Re: semi move to US
Presumably does not cover routine stuff that you would expect to have in Canada and focusses mainly on getting you back if serious?
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Re: semi move to US
Lots & lots of good caveats that I can't advise on. Although I know a fair few Canuck "Snowbirds" who seem to manage very well. (Hint: post #15 might be applicable...).
However, assuming the OP is a UK citizen, normally resident in the UK, a search of both the forum, & google, for long term (& even, age regardless, backpacker) travel insurance, might prove useful.
S
However, assuming the OP is a UK citizen, normally resident in the UK, a search of both the forum, & google, for long term (& even, age regardless, backpacker) travel insurance, might prove useful.
S
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Re: semi move to US
UK or Canada resident?
My Mum has passed away but it was getting to the point that for a 3 week trip the flight cost and the travel insurance cost were similar, UK.
My Mum has passed away but it was getting to the point that for a 3 week trip the flight cost and the travel insurance cost were similar, UK.
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Re: semi move to US
(Sorry, a bit OT for the OP).
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Re: semi move to US
My Mum used to use Saga but they got very expensive, can not remember who we last used.
Maybe age but she could not get long term cover.
Maybe age but she could not get long term cover.
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Re: semi move to US
I think you can only buy the insurance if covered by a provincial health plan. I suppose that if things get too serious, the insurance will try to get you back by whatever means, so the provincial coverage can take over.
#24
Re: semi move to US
You are correct, but as has already been mentioned, the OP is retired/retiring, and will almost certainly be able to get a B2 visa which will enable visits of up to 6 months, though as has been pointed out, recurring annual visits beyond 122 days can have scary tax consequences.
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Re: semi move to US
Sorry I know I'm probably being really dense but what is OP? Thanks for replies everyone :-D
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Re: semi move to US
I guess my own plans could also be called a 'semi move' to the US so this is an interesting thread. Travel/medical insurance for longer than 31 days is possible but of course comes at a price. My current annual worldwide insurance, which includes a pre existing medical condition, costs £240 (with Staysure). I am limited to holidays of 31 days or less but have been told I can extend to 60 days for an additional premium. It's also important to check the Ts&Cs of your home insurance policy as that may be invalidated if your UK home is left empty for more than a month at a time. With regard to tax, I think the UK and US has a reciprocal agreement so nobody can be taxed twice? I need to look more into that. A growing number of UK pensioners are spending a few months in sunnier climes to escape the cold winter. Everything is doable, it just needs careful planning and enough funds.
#28
Re: semi move to US
That is a bit of an understatement. Trust me you do not want to open yourself up to US taxation or the time, trouble, worry and expense of having to apply the US/UK tax treaty to your own situation. As long as you stay less than 121 days each year in the US you will avoid US taxation and the bottomless pit of horror that is cross border, multi-jurisdiction tax law.
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Re: semi move to US
I guess my own plans could also be called a 'semi move' to the US so this is an interesting thread. Travel/medical insurance for longer than 31 days is possible but of course comes at a price. My current annual worldwide insurance, which includes a pre existing medical condition, costs £240 (with Staysure). I am limited to holidays of 31 days or less but have been told I can extend to 60 days for an additional premium. It's also important to check the Ts&Cs of your home insurance policy as that may be invalidated if your UK home is left empty for more than a month at a time. With regard to tax, I think the UK and US has a reciprocal agreement so nobody can be taxed twice? I need to look more into that. A growing number of UK pensioners are spending a few months in sunnier climes to escape the cold winter. Everything is doable, it just needs careful planning and enough funds.
#30
Re: semi move to US
For 6 month medical cover, I used 90 days from my Bank card and topped up the other 90 days from either April or Europe Assistance, it was not expensive and I made a couple of successful claims. The max cover was around $200,000, which should be enough to get you back to the NHS or whatever.
I'm sure others who are more knowledgeable will be along.
Lx