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3. Why is there a need for insurance for my travel?

This is to ensure that short-term visitors will be able to bear the full cost of medical treatment,
tests, quarantine and isolation imposed on them for public health reasons, should they be suspected
of being infected with COVID-19, or require medical treatment for COVID-19 while in Malaysia.
Those who test positive for COVID-19 typically receive care in private hospitals.

4. What is the minimum coverage for COVID-19 travel insurance?

Visitors must purchase travel insurance for the entire duration of their stay in Malaysia, with
a minimum coverage of USD20,000 for COVID-19-related medical treatment, hospitalisation and
quarantine costs, prior to travelling to Malaysia. Should their COVID-19 treatment cost go beyond
the coverage, visitors will have to pay for the excess cost.

5. Where can I buy the travel insurance?

For a list of general insurance companies in Malaysia and travel insurance coverage offered, please
visit: https://piam.org.my/member-companies/

Some airline companies offer travel insurance as well. Please contact the respective airline for
more details.

Example:

• AirAsia passengers can book the policy at https://airasia.tuneprotect.com/malaysia/en/
covidtravelpass/

• Non-AirAsia passengers can book the policy at https://www.tuneprotect.com/products/
covidtravelpassplus/

13 Updated on: 15 April 2022