Health Cover (OSHC/OVC) Assistance

Health Cover (OSHC/OVC) Assistance

Before selecting a fund and a policy that suits your personal situation and health covers needs, it’s important to review the options available to you.Health Insurance is designed for singles, couples, single parents and families to help with the financial cost of medical expenses.You can buy Hospital Cover or Extras Cover individually to get the right level of Health Insurance cover you need. Or combine Hospital Cover and Extras Cover together for a more comprehensive health care package.udy in Australia or to continue

 

Student Visa

Planning to study in Australia or to continue your studies? Apply for health insurance now to meet your visa condition 8501 and get insured with medical treatment if you have an accident or get sick for the duration of stay in Australia.

Visa Subclass: 500.

 

Visitor Visa

Planning to travel Australia in a non-working visa or as a tourist? We hope that you have more enjoyable things to think about than how you’re going to pay for the cost of healthcare if you get sick or have an accident.

Visa Subclass: 600 | 601 | 651

 

Working Visa

Planning to work in Australia either temporarily or permanently? OVHC is required for you & your family member prior to the grant of visa.

Visa Subclass: 485, 482, 417.


If you are an international student, visitor, or someone planning to apply for visas such as Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) or Subclass 485 (Temporary Graduate), Global Touch can assist you in purchasing the right health cover required for your visa. We understand that having valid health insurance is a key requirement for most Australian visas, including student and temporary work visas. Our team helps you choose the right type of cover—OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) for students or OVHC (Overseas Visitor Health Cover) for skilled and graduate visa applicants. Global Touch works with a range of approved Australian health insurance providers, making it easy for you to compare options, benefits, and costs before making a decision. We guide you through the process step by step, ensuring your policy meets the Department of Home Affairs requirements and aligns with your visa duration. From selecting the right insurer to obtaining your certificate of cover, we handle all the details to make your application process smooth and compliant. Beyond purchase, our team provides ongoing support. If you need to extend your cover, switch providers, or make a claim, we’re here to help. Whether you’re coming to Australia to study, work, or continue your stay under a new visa, Global Touch ensures your health cover is set up correctly—so you can focus on your goals while knowing you’re fully protected.