Health insurance for students in Ukraine
You need health insurance three times: for the visa, to enrol at your university and for your temporary residence permit (TRP).
Student Insurance Plan • Ukraine
Why you need insurance
Ukraine asks every foreign student for health insurance.
Why You Need Health Insurance
- Visa: at least EUR 30,000 of cover
- Enrolment: a policy for your whole study period
- Residence permit: a valid policy for your stay
Legal Requirements
- Visa: policy covering Ukraine and your stay
- Residence permit: a valid health insurance policy and a copy of the policy
No valid insurance can mean a visa refusal.
University rules
Each university checks your insurance when you enrol.
Insurance Waiver Process
Important Waiver Deadline
Universities ask for a policy for the whole study period.
Where to get a policy
In Pakistan: the visa centres of the Embassy of Ukraine offer insurance. In other countries: buy a valid policy in your own country. With no valid policy, your visa can be refused.
Getting care
Some universities give care on campus.
Healthcare System Basics
- Keep your policy with you
Step-by-Step Care Guides
Emergency
- 1Call 103 for an ambulance, or 112 for any emergency
- 2Show your insurance policy
University doctor care at Bogomolets National Medical University (Bogomolets NMU)
Bogomolets NMU gives everyday medical care to its international students.
Available Services
- Everyday doctor visits
- Check-ups and health assessments
Key Advantages
- Medical check-up on arrival
Cost
Health insurance can cost up to EUR 1,000 a year.
Insurance questions
Short answers.
Official Government Resources
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA): visa information
Insurance rule for visas.
Visit Resource →Emergency Contacts
Ambulance
103Medical emergency.
Any emergency
112Operators speak English. Also 101 fire, 102 police, 104 gas.
Important: Save the local emergency numbers in your phone before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cover do I need for the visa?
At least EUR 30,000, or the same in another currency, valid for Ukraine.
Do I need insurance for the residence permit?
Yes. You need a valid policy for your whole stay, and a copy of the policy.
What does insurance cost?
Up to EUR 1,000 a year.
Does a state scholarship pay for insurance?
No. Scholarship students pay their yearly medical insurance themselves.
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