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What is Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)?

What is Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)?

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Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is health insurance specifically for international students on student visas. OSHC is compulsory for international student visa holders and their dependents (unless an exemption applies*) and is required for the entire length of your student visa.

You must arrange your own OSHC before applying for a student visa. You should do this immediately after you accept your offer and receive your electronic confirmation of enrolment (eCoE) from the University of Canberra.

The University of Canberra鈥檚 preferred healthcare provider is Allianz Care Australia. To arrange your OSHC with Allianz Care Australia click .

*refer to the for exemption details.

Allianz Care Australia Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

The University鈥檚 preferred OSHC provider is Allianz Care Australia. Allianz Care Australia OSHC provides cover towards the cost of: 鈥�

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  • Emergency ambulance transport

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In addition to your Allianz Care Australia OSHC, you will gain access to gap free medical services to support you during your studies in Australia. These services include:鈥�

  • 24/7 Australian based telehealth services powered by 
  • Access to our network of direct billing health providers.
  • No out of pocket cost to attend medical appointments at the UC Medical and Counselling Centre

Participating providers available via 鈥�

You will also receive access to:

  • Increased policy inclusions with  which includes no waiting period for pregnancy related conditions and $100,000 medical repatriation benefit.
  • 24/7 confidential support for safety, medical and mental health needs via chat, on the phone or in-person powered by *
  • Allianz Care Australia offers on campus support personnel to assist you with your policy enquiries.

To purchase your OSHC policy from Allianz Care Australia register .

Family cover

Family cover

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If your family will be accompanying you on your study journey to Australia, your visa requires you to upgrade your policy from single to family cover.

This applies regardless of the company you are insured with.

Getting your OSHC card

Once you receive your Certificate of Insurance, you are encouraged to access your e-Membership card by downloading the MyHealth App - . 

Your Certificate will include the policy details, to use to .

If you are unable to locate your Certificate or Policy, UC may be able to assist, please email OSHC@Canberra.edu.au.

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