Where can international travelers get medical/travel insurance for Batumi, including long-stay coverage, and can it be done online?
Based on 2 discussions with 6 participants · Last activity: 13 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers most often look for 6–12 month medical insurance that can be purchased online; the only concrete details mentioned were Unison as an insurer and an optional add-on costing 267 RUB. People also ask about the minimum coverage amount, as it depends on the policy.
What the community said
A recent update in the discussion says travel/medical insurance is now treated as mandatory for entry: border officers may or may not ask for it, but if they do and you do not have a policy, entry can be refused.
13 days ago mandatory insurance for entry
The newest specific insurer mentioned was Unison, which travelers are considering for Batumi and trying to find real user feedback about.
13 days ago Unison
Travelers also ask whether medical insurance can be arranged fully online without visiting an office. This appears to be one of the main ways people want to buy coverage before coming to Batumi.
13 days ago
Another common question is where it is best to buy insurance before the trip; the discussion shows that people often choose the policy at the same time as their flight.
13 days ago
One concrete price detail was shared: an additional insurance option cost 267 RUB. That suggests some useful coverages may be sold as extras rather than included in the base plan.
13 days ago 267 RUB
People traveling to Batumi also look for long-stay insurance, not just short trips but policies for 6 months or 1 year. This matters for extended stays, seasonal living, or temporary relocation.
13 days ago 6–12 months
Travelers also ask about the minimum insured amount, so when choosing a policy it makes sense to check the coverage limit, not just the price.
13 days ago