Central GovernmentHealth

Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Ministry Of External Affairs

A mandatory insurance scheme by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for safeguarding the interests of Indian emigrant workers falling under Emigration Check Required (ECR) category going for overseas employment to ECR countries.

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What You Get

  • Mandatory insurance coverage for Indian emigrant workers
  • Protection against financial risks while working abroad
  • Medical insurance benefits during overseas employment
  • Financial assistance in case of emergencies or workplace accidents
  • Support for workers' families in India in case of unforeseen circumstances

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Male only
  • Age: 18–65 years
  • Indian nationals falling under the Emigration Check Required (ECR) category
  • Workers seeking employment in ECR-designated countries
  • Individuals registered with the Ministry of External Affairs for overseas employment
  • Workers whose destinations require emigration clearance from Indian authorities

Documents Needed

0/5 collected

  1. 1. Passport
  2. 2. Employment Offer Letter
  3. 3. Emigration Clearance Certificate
  4. 4. Identity Proof
  5. 5. Bank Account Details

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of External Affairs
Category
Health
Target Gender
Male
Age Group
18–65 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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Official Source

Last Verified

14 June 2026

Nodal Ministry

Ministry Of External Affairs

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