See also HealthAndLifeInsurance
CharlesHall - 25 Mar 2003
Auto
I've found the coverage to be fairly basic, but I would comparison shop first: Like any insurance, you don't really know if it is good unless you have occasion to make a claim. There are several insurance companies in Nogales, Arizona that will be happy to sell you Mexican auto insurance. Remember that offices do not open until after 00 a.m., so plan accordingly. I have used the following insurance companies: Lewis and Lewis Insurance: They are located in Beverly Hills, CA and can be reached by calling (800) 966-6830, or email at [cbrettnow@c cbrettnow@c]... They also have a website at www.mexicanautoinsurance.com. They are agents for the Mexican insurance company Qualitas, CIA de Seguros, S.A. de C.V. Juan Fco. Chong Robles: Juan is an agent for the Mexican auto insurance company Seguros Comercial America. You can also get insurance from them through International Gateway Insurance Brokers, Inc. in Chula Vista, CA. You can call Juan at 982-0260, or email him at mailto:juanchong@mzt.megared.net.mx He speaks excellent English. While I have never personally filed a claim, they came highly recommended and had reasonable rates. Lewis and Lewis rates were lower. I also recommend a legal assistance policy. Good luck.
Another auto-insurance option for US cars coming to Mexico is
Bob Acosta San Xavier Mexico Insurance E-Mail: mailto:mexicobob@aol.comwww.mexican-autoinsurance.com Toll Free: 888-377-1570 (U.S. & Canada) Regular: 520-377-0424 Fax: 520-377-0418
Of course, some of us may own a Mexican plated car and want to drive into the US with temporary insurance. Here is one source:
DavidShafer March 17,2005
Health
I am a retired army, and use Tricare for life. I know that there is a difference between triare and Tricare for Life. In my case, Tricare for Life can be used in foreign countries, but with an annual deductible. Further, I have to pay the doctor/hosp bill up front, then have the Mexican receipts translated and turned into Tricare for Life for a refund. Sharp Hosp is a facility as good as most US hosp's, but I have to pay up front. I got my information from calling Tricare For Life. My guess is that few if any drs/hosp will freely accept Tricare where you do not pay up front.