International SOS for Bocconi Travellers

Bocconi University has partnered with International SOS to provide medical, safety, and security support to students participating in International Programs, including incoming exchange students from partner Universties. 

Through 24/7 worldwide assistance, International SOS helps students with medical, personal, travel, security, logistical, and legal issues that may arise while abroad. 
To ensure access to all services while abroad, students are contacted by the relevant Bocconi offices to create their personal account and activate their membership.

Bocconi also monitors global risk levels and generally does not promote participation in programs located in countries with high or extreme travel, security, or medical risks. Students must be aware that risk levels may change after the selection process and that temporary travel or visa restrictions—beyond Bocconi’s control—may impact access to certain destinations.

Please note that International SOS is not an insurance provider and does not replace personal medical insurance.

International SOS services can be seen also on Access via yoU@B and include:

 

Before leaving

Information about the destination country is available by visiting the International SOS portal (please click link below). The platform includes Country Guides, as well as Travel, Security, and Medical Risk Ratings.

While abroad

Students who download the International SOS Assistance App will be able to:

  • Receive timely email alerts to keep students informed about relevant events in the destinations, such as travel disruptions, extreme weather, disease outbreaks, and more.
  • Access all International SOS services directly from the phone, with geolocation features and push notifications for real-time updates.
  • Personalized support by contacting the Assistance Center, available 24/7 for medical or security advice to health and safety issues. 

In case of emergency

When needed, ISOS operates directly or through its local partners to assist students (the cost of assistance must be covered by the personal insurance). 
Students will be contacted in case of major emergencies and will receive timely email alerts and push notifications with advice and guidance. 
In case of significant security incidents, students are required to reply immediately to the messages to let Bocconi know their status.