October 5, 2024
While you are away from your home country, accidents and illness may happen, resulting in expensive medical costs. In Australia, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is a mandatory requirement of your student visa. You must have OSHC for the entire time you are studying here.
OSHC also gives you peace of mind knowing your health will be looked after you can easily access medical services while you are in Australia – so you can focus on your studies and enjoying your time here.
Overseas students may not be eligible for Medicare (the public health system for Australian residents). Without access to Medicare, paying for medical treatment can be expensive.
When you’re away from home, it’s important to know medical treatment is available and affordable if something happens to you.
As an international student, you’re required to maintain adequate health insurance for the entire duration of your stay in Australia. Overseas students who don’t maintain adequate health insurance are at risk of having their visa cancelled. Reciprocal Health Care Agreements with Australia If the country your from has a reciprocal health care agreement with Australia, you may be able to access some subsidised health services with Medicare while you’re visiting Australia. Even if your country has an agreement with Australia, your access to cover may be limited and you may still be required to have OSHC.
You can get OSHC if you’re an overseas student in Australia with a student visa. Your spouse, de facto, child or step-child may also be eligible for OSHC under your policy.
How much you pay for OSHC depends on the type of cover you need. We offer OSHC for:
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+968 9192 9830 (Oman)
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