How to claim Bupa OSHC online in four easy steps
OSHCstudents - If you pay for medical costs on the spot or afterwards, you may be eligible to claim back a portion or entire amount of the invoice.
How to claim Allianz OSHC
You have Allianz Care Australia OSHC and wonder how to make a claim? Follow the easy steps below!
Taking care of your mental health in Australia
OSHCstudents - While moving or travelling to a new country is usually an enriching and exciting experience, it can also have its challenges. There may be times when you feel uncertain in the unfamiliar environment, out of place or lonely. It is perfectly natural to experience these feelings, but it is important to know when something is not right.
Understanding your OSHC
OSHCstudents - If you are a student from overseas on a temporary student visa it is a condition of your visa to maintain adequate health insurance for the duration of your stay in Australia. This means you need to purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and keep your policy up to date whilst you are in Australia and holding a student visa.
What type of cover should I purchase?
OSHCstudents - If you are a student, you are required to have an OSHC. If you are going to Australia for work, travel or other purposes, you need to purchase an OVHC.
Tips on health insurance for visitors
OSHCstudents - Benefits, membership costs and eligibility can vary greatly between insurers and insurance policies. When buying any health insurance take care to ensure the cover you select is suitable for your needs.
What does OVHC cover?
OSHCstudents – Overseas Visitors Health Cover (OVHC) is a form of health insurance which is designed for visitors to Australia who do not have access to Australia’s public...
Find a GP online
As an international student, you can search for a GP on your OSHC provider’s website. Let’s see the detailed instructions below.
What costs are involved in your hospital stay?
OSHCstudents - There are a number of things that might make up the cost of your hospital stay, so we’ll try and break them down simply.
Preparing for your trip to the hospital
OSHCstudents - Sometimes you don’t have the luxury to prepare for a hospital visit, such as in an emergency. However, if you’re going to the hospital for a pre-booked treatment, there are a few things you can do to make the process as smooth as possible, and help you recover as quickly as possible.
What should you consider when choosing a hospital?
OSHCstudents - There are lots of things to take into consideration when choosing a hospital, and some of it can be quite confusing. We will make it easier for you by listing some of things you may want to look into.
Will I have to wait again if I change my health insurance?
OSHCstudents - When you start your health cover, you might be required to wait sometime before you can access all the benefits. This time is called the waiting period. But if you change your health insurance, will you have to wait again? Let’s find out!
