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International Visitors: how do I find a doctor?

8 October 2026
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Australia’s healthcare system is one of the best in the world.

While international visitors cannot access Medicare, which is funded by the government to help with the costs of medical doctor or nurse practitioner visits and other medical services, certain health cover requirements ensure that you can stay safe and healthy while in Australia. 

That’s why nib has built a wide network of health providers and specialists, so you can get the care you need without paying high out-of-pocket costs.  

What’s more, getting to a medical doctor or nurse practitioner is easier than ever with nib’s telehealth consultation service. Telehealth appointments allow you to see a medical doctor or nurse practitioner by phone and are a great way to receive care from the comfort of your home.  

Telehealth appointments can help you with many common illnesses, issue prescriptions if treatment is recommended by a clinician, provide medical certificates*, and offer general health advice. You can even make a telehealth appointment directly from the nib App.  

You can also choose to see a medical doctor or nurse practitioner in person. You can see any registered GP you like, but visiting a doctor in our First Choice GP network guarantees you a No Gap or Known Gap experience. If eligible, you will pay No Gap, or up to $25 with Known Gap, for most consultations. Before your next appointment, use our Find a Provider tool to check whether your doctor is in our network so you can better understand any out-of-pocket costs you may need to pay.

Find more handy tips on what to do when you’re sick on nib’s healthcare guide for OSHC and OVHC members.

The information in this article is general in nature and doesn't take your personal circumstances into account. Before making decisions about your health cover or treatment, consider seeking advice that's appropriate for your situation.​

*The provision of a medical certificate is not guaranteed and will depend on the information provided during your consultation and whether the medical doctor or nurse practitioner deems it to be appropriate.