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Health Insurance for International Students

t is a condition of your student visa that you must maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of your visa.

You will be required to pay OSHC before your student visa can be issued. OSHC is offered by several healthcare providers.

Understanding the Australian healthcare system

We have gathered some resources for you to learn more about healthcare in Australia.

SA Health: The official government website for South Australian healthcare services. The International Student Health and Wellbeing fact sheet from SA Health can help explain the Australian healthcare system and your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) policy

Health Direct: A simplified overview of Australian Healthcare from the government.

Medibank: The University's preferred OSHC provider. They also have an introduction to how an OSHC policy works.

Your OSHC

    Overseas student health coverage ranges from $609 - $3,438.

    OSHC does not always include dental services. Speak directly with your OSHC provider to find out if dental coverage is available.

OSHC providers:

    Medibank

    Allianz Care Australia

    Australian Health Management (AHM)

    BUPA Australia

    CBHS International Health

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All international students are required by The Department of Home Affairs to have health insurance for the duration of their visa.


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