health insurance
The right travel health insurance for your semester abroad
International health insurance is essential for students who spend a semester abroad. In case of illness or accident, medical costs abroad can be very high. Your European health insurance does not pay for such costs outside the EU, which means that you will quickly have to pay several thousand euros out of your own pocket.
For this reason, we have been recommending with a clear conscience for many years the Hanse Merkur international health insurance*, which was specially developed for students’ stays abroad. The cover includes, among other things, return medical transport to the home country, which can be essential in the event of serious illness or injury. The price for full protection starts at just € 1.05 per day, with no excess in the event of an insured event.
internet
Go online worldwide cheaply & easily with your smartphone
Airalo.com* is the perfect solution for students spending a semester abroad in Asia and looking for a reliable, cost-effective online connection. The provider uses convenient e-SIMs that can be easily set up online or through the Airalo app.
With Airalo.com* you will always be online and able to stay in touch with your friends and family. In addition, Airalo.com offers data plans for entire continents, making it easier to travel to multiple countries and saving you the administrative hassle of buying physical SIM cards.
credit card
Withdraw and pay cash for free in Asia with the right credit card
An EC card is often not usable outside the eurozone and many banks charge high fees for payments and cash withdrawals in other EU countries. A credit card is therefore essential during the semester abroad.
The DKB current account* is completely free if you deposit at least € 700 into your account per month or are under 28 years of age.
The Visa debit card* is also free of charge and has no annual fee. You can use it to pay conveniently and securely, even via smartphone or smartwatch. In addition, you can use the card to withdraw money free of charge from ATMs almost anywhere in Germany, in the eurozone, and worldwide with “active status”. With “active status”, payments are free of charge worldwide, wherever Visa is accepted.
You can easily open your account online in just 5 minutes* and legitimize yourself via smartphone.
As a special highlight, you receive exclusive benefit offers and can save money with regular money-back promotions with their partner Visa. We use this card ourselves and recommend it as the perfect travel companion for any destination worldwide.
Smartphone insurance
Insure your smartphone during your semester abroad
In Bali, unfortunately, there are more and more smartphone robberies, which not only means the loss of memories and contacts, but also financially stresses. Smartphone insurance is therefore recommended to protect against theft, defects and damage.
The Hepster smartphone insurance* offers a very good price-performance ratio, is easy to apply for and even offers Instant protection*. With this insurance, your smartphone is fully protected even after your semester abroad. Prevention is better than trouble – be on the safe side.
* What the star means: For links marked with an asterisk, we receive a commission when a booking or a specific action is made via the linked provider. This does not result in any additional costs for you. We do not receive any money simply for setting the link.
Guidebooks
As a specific recommendation for a travel guide for a semester abroad in Asia, we recommend the “DK Vis A Vis Bali & Lombok” travel guide. It offers a very comprehensive overview of Bali’s culture and history as well as practical information on transportation, accommodation and sightseeing.
The clear maps and numerous illustrations make the travel guide a helpful companion for all students who want to explore the country and its culture in a sophisticated way.
travel pharmacy
Stay healthy even during your semester in Asia
A well-stocked first-aid kit is of great importance during a semester abroad in Asia. Especially in rural areas, it can be difficult to get the right medication. In addition, many medicines in Asia may be dosed differently or have different ingredients.
Therefore we recommend purchasing medications in advance through a reputable online pharmacy and carrying them in your travel pharmacy. Malaria prophylaxis should also not be forgotten. Early prevention can save lives in case of emergency and protect you from health problems.