
VISITORS TO PRETORIA
University Recommendation for Medical Aid Coverage
Under South African immigration law, all international students studying on a Study Visa must maintain active cover with a registered local medical scheme. Explore approved providers, coverage benefits, and how to activate your cover before arriving in Pretoria.
As a student, your health and well-being are of utmost importance to us. Whether you're a local or international student, ensuring you have adequate medical aid coverage is a vital part of your academic journey.
Why Choose Momentum


Largest student medical aid provider in SA
Momentum Medical Scheme is the 3rd largest open medical aid in South Africa and the largest provider of healthcare cover for local and international students studying in South Africa. Guaranteed peace of mind comes standard when you choose Momentum Medical Scheme, giving you access to the best healthcare providers and the backing of a respected brand.

Medical aid of choice for more than 1 million students over the past 33 years
Momentum Medical Scheme is a credible and trustworthy medical aid. Let us partner with you as you journey through your studies and future career, with a wide variety of options and benefits to choose from as your healthcare needs evolve.

Digital expertise
Our digital support channels range from the Momentum App to an online web chat facility and live help through WhatsApp. You also enjoy access to virtual help sessions and even a digital membership card.

Registered with the Council for Medical Schemes plus Department of Home Affairs approved and accredited
If you choose Any hospital for your hospitalisation cover, you need to use Ingwe Active Network providers. If you choose Ingwe Network hospitals, you need to use Ingwe Primary Care Network providers, which has more doctors on the network. You can visit any doctor on the network that you choose and there is no limit to the number of times you may visit your network doctor, as long as it is medically necessary.
Tailor-made benefits for students
Some medical schemes group benefits under one limit. They might argue that it gives you flexibility, but it also limits your benefits. The Ingwe Option offers separate benefits for out-of-network/emergency visits, optometry, dentistry, specialists, pathology and radiology.
For any inquiries, feel free to reach out.
Sumeshan Chinsamy
(Business Development Consultant)
+27 (0)12 673 1800
+27 (0)82 781 4901
269 West Street, Meersig Building 3rd Floor, Centurion, Gauteng
Momentum is part of Momentum Metropolitan Life Limited, an authorised financial services and registered credit provider.
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