Recent numbers indicating up to 200,000 people are to emigrate from Ireland within the next five years if unemployment is not addressed are an indication of the continued trend of departures from Ireland, as young graduates and unemployed persons leave to seek work in popular destinations such as Australia and Canada.
Current employment campaigns by the government of South Australia highlight unusual and somewhat different working opportunities available, including catching koalas, tagging sharks, or tasting beers. The survey also noted that many people leaving the country do so now with the intention of staying away for up to 24 months.
Accordingly, Backpackertravelinsurance.ie, part of Blue Insurances Ltd, is advising people to consider their insurance options when leaving the country to work or travel overseas.
“Anyone leaving the country would be foolish not to take out insurance especially when travelling to the US or Canada, mainly due to the high treatment costs in those countries,” said joint managing director Ciaran Mulligan. “Comprehensive cover for medical treatment, which will also include repatriation to Ireland if necessary or cover for Curtailment should you need to cut your trip short in the event of a serious family situation at home, along with personal accident, baggage, legal expenses, and personal liability cover, are the most important sections needed for consideration when selecting travel insurance cover."
