After Service Health Insurance (ASHIL)

The After-Service Health Insurance pillar focuses on ensuring that members have access to and understand their health insurance benefits after retirement. Under this pillar, the following areas are covered:

Advocacy and Representation:

Representing the interests of retirees in discussions with the UN health insurance providers.

Participating in meetings and committees that influence health insurance policies affecting former international civil servants.

Support and Assistance:

Helping members navigate the complexities of after-service health insurance, including enrollment, claims, and coverage issues.

Providing personalized assistance to resolve individual health insurance problems and queries.

Information and Education:

Keeping members informed about the latest updates and changes in after-service health insurance policies and coverage.

Organizing workshops, seminars, and informational sessions to educate members about their health insurance benefits and how to maximize them.

Policy Development:

Working with health insurance providers and relevant UN bodies to develop and improve policies that benefit retirees.

Ensuring that the health insurance needs of retirees are considered in policy-making processes.

Collaboration and Coordination:

Coordinating with other associations and organizations to address common issues related to after-service health insurance.

Promoting exchanges and collaboration with federations of staff members in service to strengthen advocacy efforts.

Monitoring and Oversight:

Monitoring the performance and quality of after-service health insurance programs to ensure they meet the needs of retirees.

Reporting back to members on the status and developments in health insurance, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Resources and Guidance:

Providing members with resources, guides, and tools to help them understand and manage their after-service health insurance.

Offering expert advice on navigating health insurance systems in different countries and dealing with cross-border health care issues.

How to Enroll

After Service Health Insurance (ASHI) is administered by the United Nations, providing comprehensive health coverage for retired international civil servants. For enrollment or inquiries, please visit their official website.

FAFICS Role

FAFICS advocates for the rights and interests of retired international civil servants regarding After Service Health Insurance (ASHI), providing support, guidance, and representation to ensure equitable access to healthcare benefits and navigate ASHI-related matters.

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Common Asked Questions

After Service Health Insurance (ASHI) is a health insurance program available to retired international civil servants who have served with the United Nations or its specialized agencies. It provides coverage for a range of medical expenses incurred after retirement, helping to alleviate the financial burden of healthcare in the post-service years.

Yes, retired international civil servants who have served with the United Nations or its specialized agencies are generally eligible for ASHI coverage. Eligibility criteria may vary slightly depending on factors such as length of service and retirement status, but in general, most retired civil servants are eligible to enroll in ASHI.

Retired international civil servants can typically enroll in ASHI through the organization or agency with which they were affiliated during their service. Enrollment procedures may vary depending on the specific organization, but retirees are usually provided with information and instructions on how to enroll in ASHI upon retirement.

Yes, in many cases, dependents of retired international civil servants are eligible for ASHI coverage. Dependents may include spouses, domestic partners, and eligible children. Specific eligibility criteria for dependents may vary depending on the terms of the ASHI program and the regulations of the organization or agency providing coverage.

Yes, ASHI coverage generally extends to medical expenses incurred both within and outside of your home country. This means that you can use your ASHI coverage to help cover medical costs while traveling or residing abroad. However, it's important to review the specific terms and conditions of your ASHI coverage to understand any limitations or restrictions on international coverage, such as network providers or reimbursement procedures for expenses incurred abroad.

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