Overseas Visitors & Overseas Students

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Overseas Visitors Health Cover (OVHC) - If you who hold a temporary visa and aren't fully eligible for Medicare, you may need to take out Overseas Visitors Health Cover.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - If you hold a temporary Student Visa, you may be required to take out Overseas Student Health Cover.
Visa 457 applicants - Information for people applying for health insurance to meet Visa 457 requirements.
Tips on choosing and maintaining OVHC and OSHC cover - When taking out OVHC or OSHC take care to ensure that cover you select is suitable for your needs.
Cover for migrants - Recent migrants are generally eligible for Medicare benefits.
Who to Contact? - Who you can contact for for further information about OVHC and OSHC.