Why do some ex-pat teachers want out of the program and can they get out of paying if possible?

last updated 24th November 2009

Most likely because the hospital they are now required to use is so overcrowded and understaffed that they are frightened about having to receive medical care there.
If they work or teach in a government run facility, their only option is to quit their job if they don’t like paying for the coverage. Otherwise, they should just consider it a small price to pay for keeping their job. Then go out and purchase coverage on their own.

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