U.S. laws governing J-1 visas require all J-1 Exchange Visitors to have health insurance, medical repatriation insurance, and repatriation of remains insurance for the duration of their J-1 program in the U.S. (Section 514.14 CFR, Volume 22). Tulane University requires all J-1 visa holders and their J-2 dependents to purchase a Tulane Health Insurance Policy (or receive a waiver of the policy).
J Visa Holders Employed by Tulane
Foreign nationals in J-1/ J-2 status who are employed full-time by Tulane University and are eligible for medical coverage under the employee health insurance plan that fully meets the federal requirements will be required to purchase Tulane employee insurance through Human Resources .
All other J Visa Holders
Foreign nationals in J-1/J-2 status who are NOT eligible for the Tulane employee health plan will be required to purchase the Tulane Student Health Insurance Policy or GeoBlue plan. Please contact OISS for details.
