On September 1, 2019, international students (holding a study permit for 6 or more months) will be assessed a BC health-care coverage fee of $37.50 per month, which will change to $75.00 per month on January 1, 2020.
EFFECTIVE September 1, 2019
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 19 years or older:
- $37.50 “MSP premium” per month, and
- $37.50 health-care coverage fee per month
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 18 years or younger:
- $37.50 health-care coverage fee per month
If the international student’s spouse and/or dependent children are residing with the student in BC, they will be assessed the new health-care coverage fee if they also hold study permits. If they only hold work permits or are here as visitors, they will not be assessed the fee.
EFFECTIVE January 1, 2020
All international students: $75 health-care coverage fee per month.
[“MSP premium” discontinued]
If the international student’s spouse and/or dependent children are residing with the student in BC, they will be assessed the new health-care coverage fee if they also hold study permits. If they only hold work permits or are here as visitors, they will not be assessed the fee.
These fees are subject to change. Check the MSP website for more the most up to date information.
Download a “FAQ” sheet on this topic published at MSP website: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/health-drug-coverage/medical-services-plan/bc-residents/public_qa_health-fee-international-students.pdf