UCAR International Visitor & Scholar Services

H-1B Visa Holders: Because H-1B visa holders are UCAR employees, they are eligible to purchase group medical insurance in accordance with UCAR's benefit plans. Please see UCAR Benefits Information, on the Human Resources website.

J-1 Visa Holders: Exchange Visitors are required to have medical insurance in effect for themselves and any accompanying spouse and minor children on J visas for the durations of their exchange program. At a minimum, insurance coverage shall include: (1)medical benefits of at least U.S. $50,000 per person per accident or illness; (2)repatriation of remains in the amount of U.S. $7,500; and (3)expenses associated with medical evacuation in the amount of U.S. $10,000.; A policy secured to fulfill the insurance requirements shall not have a deductible that exceeds U.S. $500 per accident or illness, and must meet other standards specified in the Exchange Visitor Program regulations, 22 CFR Part 514.14.

All other visitors interested in purchasing group medical insurance through UCAR should speak with their division administrator, or UCAR's Benefits staff members Cyd Perrone, ext. 8710 or Michelle Harrison, ext. 8706.

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