Medical and health insurance
Medical and health insurance is mandatory and must be procured through EMGS for foreign students who are more than 18 years old and intend to apply for a student pass in Malaysia. Furthermore, an insurance coverage policy is also a compulsory document for applying for a student pass.
Stay protected all around the clock wherever you are. It is imperative that you monitor the expiry date of your Insurance Policy to ensure you are always covered. Your insurance coverage is valid for twelve (12) months and it is subjected to be renewed annually. Students are responsible for the renewal to ensure a continual coverage.
How are you insured?
• Insurance coverage will begin from the date of your entry into Malaysia.
• In the event that the foreign students applied in Malaysia, they will be covered from the issuance date of Visa Approval Letter (VAL).
• Once you have been registered with the insurer, you will be notified on how to access your e-medical card or to collect the physical medical card from International Student Office.
How do I renew my insurance?
• You must have valid insurance cover for the duration of the student pass issued by the Immigration Department of Malaysia
• International Student Office will notify you on the renewal three (3) months before expiry.