Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana
✓ Information verified — June 2026A 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.
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. Passport
- 2. Employment Offer Letter
- 3. Emigration Clearance Certificate
- 4. Identity Proof
- 5. Bank Account Details
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit 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
Tags
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/pbbyNodal Ministry
Ministry Of External Affairs
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