What the benefits are of a Health Care Card
A Health Care Card entitles you to cheaper prescription medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Travelling with medicines that are prohibited exports
Some PBS medicines may be a prohibited export under customs regulations.
How to add your immunisation history statements to a digital wallet
How to add your COVID-19 and influenza (flu) immunisation history statement to your device for easy storage, and how to update your proof of vaccinations.
PBS Safety Net thresholds
Once you or your family spend a certain amount on PBS medicine you’ll reach the PBS Safety Net threshold.
Who can get a Pensioner Concession Card
We'll automatically send you a Pensioner Concession Card if you get certain payments from us.
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.
Medicines that count towards the threshold
Know which medicines will count towards the PBS Safety Net threshold.
What other Health Care Cards are available
There are other cards that may suit you better.
Renewing a Low Income Health Care Card
You need to renew your Low Income Health Care Card.