When Reciprocal health care agreements apply for Australians who go overseas
Information for Australians on Reciprocal Health Care Agreements.
Seeking medical help to recover
Find out what help you can get while you’re recovering from an injury or illness.
About reciprocal health care agreements
These are agreements with some countries where visitors can get publicly funded medically necessary care.
PBS/RPBS Safety Net prescription record form and application for a Safety Net card form (PB240)
Use this form to help you keep a record of how much you have spent on PBS/RPBS medicines and to apply for a PBS Safety Net card.
Getting Medicare benefits
We need your bank account details to pay your Medicare benefit to you. If we don’t have your details, we’ll hold your benefit until you tell us.
Original Medicare Safety Net
If you’re enrolled in Medicare you’re eligible for the Original Medicare Safety Net (OMSN).
Screening, tests and scans covered by Medicare
You may be able to access preventive cancer screening programs. We can also help with the cost of a range of tests and scans.
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.
Documents to enrol in Medicare if you’re a permanent resident
You need to provide documents that prove your identity and residency.
Lost or stolen Low Income Health Care Card
We can replace a lost or stolen card.