If you are an Australian visa applicant or visa holder, make sure you have adequate health insurance for Australia. Most temporary visa holders and visitors are not eligible for Australia’s Medicare system. This means you may be responsible for all healthcare costs during your stay. Having appropriate private health insurance can help protect you from unexpected healthcare expenses. It can also help you meet your visa conditions, depending on which visa you hold.

We have updated our guidance on adequate health insurance requirements to help you better understand the requirements and your healthcare obligations while in Australia. For more information and practical guidance, download our new Adequate Health Insurance Factsheet. You can also visit Adequate health insurance for visa holders.