Healthcare when you move abroad

Public vs private healthcare abroad, international insurance essentials, and how Jonzy ranks healthcare quality across 350+ cities for anyone relocating overseas.

Healthcare quality, cost, and access vary sharply by city. Remote workers typically combine travel insurance, international private cover, or local public systems where eligible.

Public vs. private care

Some countries extend public care to residents after registration; others restrict it to citizens. Nomads often rely on private clinics and international insurance until they gain residency.

Insurance essentials

Look for outpatient cover, evacuation, pre-existing condition rules, and country exclusions. Many nomad visas require proof of insurance for the full stay.

City-level healthcare data

Jonzy scores healthcare quality per city and lists hospitals and clinics in the Healthcare Directory tool, searchable by language and neighbourhood.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need health insurance as a digital nomad?

Almost always yes, for visa compliance, evacuation, and private care in countries where you are not in the public system.

How does Jonzy score healthcare?

Each city has a 0–100 healthcare score reflecting access, quality proxies, and expat-relevant facilities, combined with curated provider lists where available.

Is this medical advice?

No. Jonzy provides informational directory data. Consult insurers and clinicians for coverage and treatment decisions.