Mandatory Visa Condition 8501

Australian Visa Health Insurance (OSHC & OVHC) — Students & Migrants

Stay protected while you study, work, or live in Australia. Compare competitive quotes across Australia's leading health providers and receive instant policy certificates for visa lodgement.

Student Cover OSHC (Mandatory)
Work / Visitor OVHC (Condition 8501)
Providers Bupa, Medibank, Allianz, nib
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Health Insurance Australia
In Australia, having the right health insurance is compulsory for international students under Visa Condition 8501 and strictly required for temporary work and visitor visas. Healthcare in Australia without insurance is exceptionally costly. Our portal gives you access to competitive rates and instant policy certificates recognized by the Department of Home Affairs.

Comparing OSHC vs OVHC

Student Visas

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Mandatory for all Subclass 500 student visa holders and their dependents. Covers visits to general practitioners (GP), public hospital treatments, emergency ambulance, and prescription medicines on the PBS.

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Work & Visitor Visas

Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC)

Designed for Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate, Subclass 482 Skills in Demand, Subclass 600 Visitor, and Subclass 417/462 Working Holiday visa holders to satisfy Condition 8501.

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Accredited Insurance Partners

We compare plans from all six Australian Government-approved health insurance providers to ensure you receive optimal coverage and best rates:

Bupa Australia
Medibank Private
Allianz Care
nib Health Funds
AHM Health Insurance
CBHS International
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Consult with Registered Migration Lawyers

Submit your inquiry directly to our Principal Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1799395). We assess your eligibility against the latest Department of Home Affairs criteria.

Our Official Chambers

Three Global Chambers

Meet our registered agents in Sydney CBD, West Perth WA, or Dhaka for face-to-face appointments.

Sydney CBD (Head Office) Directions ↗
Suite 2113, Level 21 / 233 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: +61 481 332 923 · (02) 8000 8472
Perth Chambers (Western Australia) Directions ↗
Level 1, 100 Havelock Street, West Perth WA 6005
Dhaka Chambers (Bangladesh) Directions ↗
Zahir Tower (Opposite Jamuna Future Park) 1st Floor, Progoti Shoroni, Nodda, Gulshan, Dhaka 1212
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