A guide to Medicare for international students in Australia
Understanding Medicare and Healthcare for Overseas Students in Australia Australia’s health system may be confusing for new overseas students. Let’s untangle all you need to know about getting medical treatment while you study. What is Medicare and Who Can Use It?Medicare is Australia’s public health care system offering subsidized or free treatment for citizens and permanent residents. Nonetheless, you as an international student will not have automatic coverage in Medicare. Instead, you will be required to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) – this is compulsory health insurance specifically tailored for students such as yourself. Why OSHC … Read more