Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Service Highlights

• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is a mandatory requirement for all international students on an Australian student visa. Without it, your visa cannot be granted. Gemini Education helps you choose the right cover and arrange it as part of your pre-departure preparation.
• OSHC vs OVHC: What Is the Difference
• OSHC is for international students studying in Australia on a student visa. OVHC (Overseas Visitors Health Cover) is for working holiday makers, sponsored workers, and other temporary visa holders. Both cover basic medical, hospital, and some ambulance services.
• What OSHC Covers
• Doctor and specialist visits through Medicare-equivalent services
• Hospital treatment, including emergency care
• Some pharmaceuticals listed under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
• Limited ambulance services
• How We Help
• We guide you through comparing approved OSHC providers, calculating the duration of cover required to match your visa period, and arranging payment before your CoE is issued. We also assist with OSHC renewals for continuing students.