Sick Notes for International Students in BC
International students in BC face unique challenges getting medical documentation. Learn your options without MSP coverage or a family doctor.
## Healthcare Access for International Students
International students face unique challenges: no MSP coverage (3-month wait), often no family doctor.
## When You Need Sick Notes
- Missed midterms or final exams
- Assignment deadline extensions
- Extended absences from classes
- Academic concession requests
- Withdrawal without academic penalty
## Healthcare Coverage Options
- Mandatory institutional health insurance
- Private insurance from home country
- BC MSP after 3-month waiting period
- Combination of these
## Challenges Without a Family Doctor
Options: campus health clinics (often booked weeks out), walk-in clinics (long waits), online services like MedLetter.
## MedLetter for International Students
No family doctor needed, no MSP required, straightforward online form, notes delivered by email, CPSBC-registered physicians understand academic documentation requirements.