What is Assist Card?
Last updated: May 6, 2026
Assist Card is a global student travel assistance provider. Mexico-only on Edvisor. Different model from traditional insurance: 24/7 Alarm Center, direct payment, no out-of-pocket reimbursement. USD 100K coverage worldwide.
Assist Card is a global student travel assistance company with presence in 190+ countries. Different model than traditional travel insurance: focuses on assistance services rather than reimbursement.
Travel assistance vs travel insurance
With standard travel insurance, the student finds doctors and pays out-of-pocket, then claims for reimbursement.
With Assist Card, the student calls a 24/7 Alarm Center. Assist Card sends a doctor, schedules appointments with specialists, or directs to the right hospital. Assist Card pays directly. Student doesn't pay out of pocket.
Available on Edvisor
- Recruitment markets: Mexico only. Only Mexico-issued students accepted, regardless of student nationality.
- Destination markets: Worldwide except countries at war or in conflict. Confirm unusual destinations with Edvisor Marketplace chat first.
- Coverage: USD 100,000 including travel and medical assistance.
Differentiators
- 24/7 Alarm Center in any language.
- Direct payment by Assist Card (no out-of-pocket reimbursement model).
- Bonus services: lost luggage tracking, family ticket coverage if hospitalized.
How to access
For Mexico-based agencies not yet connected, contact the Edvisor account manager.