When Reciprocal health care agreements apply for Australians who go overseas
Information for Australians on Reciprocal Health Care Agreements.
Request an Individual Healthcare Identifier form (MS003)
Use this form to register for an Individual Healthcare Identifier (IHI).
What the benefits are of a Health Care Card
A Health Care Card entitles you to cheaper prescription medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreements - visiting from the United Kingdom
If you’re visiting Australia from the United Kingdom you may be eligible for medical care under Medicare while you’re here.
How to update your personal details so your details are correct on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR)
How to control who sees your record on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and getting letters about your record.
Who needs to apply for a Pensioner Concession Card
You don’t need to apply for a Pensioner Concession Card. If you are eligible, we’ll post your card to you.
Income test for the Low Income Health Care Card
To get a Low Income Health Care Card your income must be under the limit.
Enrolling in Medicare if you’re an Australian citizen
To enrol as an Australian citizen in Medicare you need to prove your identity and residency.