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Defense Base Act Insurance: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted on: September 18th, 2026 by Global Underwriters No Comments

A complete guide for government contractors working overseas Coverage basics What is Defense Base Act insurance? The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a federal law that requires U.S. government contractors and subcontractors to carry workers’ compensation coverage for civilian employees working outside the United States. It applies to public works contracts, contracts financed under the…

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A Routine Overseas Assignment Turns Into a Coverage Gap

Posted on: September 18th, 2026 by Global Underwriters No Comments

An engineering firm sends a project manager to support a U.S. government infrastructure contract overseas. The assignment isn’t in a conflict zone. It’s a mid-sized city, a modest work site, a few months on the ground. HR treats it like any other international assignment: travel advisory checked, hotel confirmed, corporate travel insurance card issued. Three…

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