Here are some of the requirements and eligibility criteria for education insurance policies offered by insurance companies in South Africa:

1. Old Mutual Education Plan: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.
2. Sanlam Education Plan: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.
3. Discovery Life Education Protector: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age, health status, and the level of cover selected.
4. Liberty Education Protector: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.
5. Momentum Myriad Life Education Benefit: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age, health status, and the level of cover selected.
6. Metropolitan Life Education Plan: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.
7. Hollard Education Plan: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age, health status, and the level of cover selected.
8. PPS Education Plan: The policy is available to members of the Professional Provident Society (PPS) aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age, health status, and the level of cover selected.
9. 1Life Pure Life Cover with Education Benefits: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.
10. Absa Life Education Cover: The policy is available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged between 18 and 65. The policy provides cover for tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other education-related expenses. Premiums are based on the policyholder’s age and the level of cover selected.

Note that the requirements and eligibility criteria may vary depending on the insurance company and policy selected. It is important to carefully review the policy terms and conditions and speak to a financial advisor to determine the best policy for your needs and budget.