Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) plays a vital role in protecting international students while living and studying in Australia. This compulsory insurance helps manage healthcare costs, including doctor visits, hospital treatment, prescribed medications, and urgent ambulance services.
Students may choose from a range of approved insurers, each offering different benefit levels and policy features. Reviewing exclusions, waiting periods, and optional extras is important to select the most suitable coverage.
Holding valid OSHC allows students to access medical care with confidence, reduces unexpected expenses, and supports a safe, secure, and successful academic experience in Australia.