Switch to nib for overseas student and visitor health insurance
Switch to great value health cover that's right for you and meets your student or working visa requirements.
For workers, you can get even more value with 8 weeks free. T&Cs apply., opens in a new tab
Winner of Canstar Outstanding Value for Working Visa Health Cover 2025
nib has an award-winning range of visa compliant covers for every stage of your career in Australia. You could benefit from switching to nib today.
Get comprehensive cover
Health insurance to reduce hospital and medical costs while you’re living in Australia.
Emergency ambulance
All our covers include unlimited emergency ambulance cover, excluding members covered by state ambulance schemes.
Access to in-hospital cover
Access benefits for hospital accommodation and medical treatment for services included in your cover.
Cover for doctor (GP) consultations
This includes Telehealth available on OSHC and selected OVHC covers, opens in a new tab where your policy includes GP benefits.
Waiting periods recognised
We will recognise any waiting periods you have already served on an equivalent cover.
Get your certificate in minutes
Our covers are 100% visa compliant and your Visa Certificate is emailed to you once you are approved.
Choose the right health insurance for you
I'm looking to get cover for:
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Our OSHC cover meets the Department of Home Affairs student visa requirements. Receive your OSHC Confirmation Certificate in as soon as 5 minutes.
Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC)
Choose from a range of great value health covers that meet the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) visa conditions 8501 requirements for visa subclass 407, 408, 416, 417, 457, 462, 482, 485 and more.
Let us handle the switch for you
You can rest easy while we handle the break-up call and paperwork with your previous insurer.
The nib difference
We've got smart solutions to help international students and workers live a healthier and happier life in Australia.
Providing smart solutions through the nib App
Manage your policy wherever you are with the nib App, opens in a new tab. Use your digital card for claiming, and access nib services and programs all from your mobile. Plus, get help from our award-winning customer service team.
Easy access to telehealth
Access telehealth doctor appointments with experienced GPs for at-home virtual consultations when you’re feeling unwell.
Be rewarded for your membership
Get everyday savings on transport, shopping and more with the nib Rewards program.
We support your mental health
Digital mental health solutions like Silvercloud to support the health and happiness of international visitors on thenib App, opens in a new tab.
Have a question about switching insurers?
We understand that reviewing your health insurance needs or switching insurers can be daunting - let us handle your switch.
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