KUALA LUMPUR: Travel bans will only be imposed on National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who fail to settle their loans despite earning well or working overseas, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim said there are certain other criteria for imposing travel bans. "For those without jobs or income, the repayment can be deferred up to two years before we will initiate restructuring. Some 3,000 disabled students at public higher education institutions, polytechnics and community colleges also stand to obtain free education, he said. He also asked about help for students from lower-income groups who have been forced to take part-time jobs during their studies as PTPTN funds are inadequate.

Source: The Star February 09, 2026 07:31 UTC