Explained was the updating of the entry procedures for foreign nationals into Brunei Darussalam using visas and immigration passes as well as other implementation procedures. According to the Minister Of Home Affairs, visitors, social visit pass holders or those granted permanent resident status are encouraged to obtain medical insurance coverage. For foreign citizens who were given a visit pass before 1st July 2025 and do not have medical insurance coverage, they are required to obtain insurance coverage according to the remaining period of the visit pass and the new coverage rate. Foreign nationals who serve or have an agreement with the government or Statutory Bodies are exempt from the Medical Insurance Coverage Policy. Meanwhile, student pass holders at educational institutions in the country are required to obtain medical insurance coverage.

However, if the student has yet to obtain insurance coverage upon arrival at any control post in the country, the student pass will be granted for two weeks and the extension of the student pass according to the permitted period can be made at the Visit and Diplomatic Visa Division at the Department of Immigration and National Registration Headquarters and branch offices by attaching the required documents including the insurance coverage certificate. For any inquiries and further information, contact the Immigration and National Registration Department via email: info @immigration.gov.bn or the Labour Department via email: info @buruh.gov.bn.