International students undertaking formal studies in Australia and their dependents (including spouses and children under 18) must have OSHC.
You must have student healthcare cover before arriving in Australia and for the duration of time you are in Australia – this is a visa requirement of the Department of Home Affairs. For further information about OSHC and other optional insurances visit
Student visa holders are required to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover to cover their stay in Australia as a student.
What does OSHC cover?
OSHC insurers provide a range of different OSHC plans.
The compulsory minimum (basic) OSHC plan will usually cover:
OSHC doesn’t cover treatments such as dental, optical or physiotherapy. You can purchase Extras OSHC from an OSHC provider if you want cover for these.
Another option is to buy private health insurance along with your OSHC to cover items that OSHC does not cover. Benefits and costs vary between funds and insurance policies.
You can also purchase travel insurance in addition to your OSHC, which can cover various health treatments. . Where can I buy OSHC?
There are only a few registered health insurers that offer OSHC. You can compare plans and prices by visiting the following websites:
Can Invicta Technical College assist me to purchase my Overseas Student Health Cover?
Yes, Invicta Technical College partners with Allianz Care Australia and NIB OSHC. If you wish to purchase your OSHC through the college, you can indicate this while completing your admission form.
If you encounter any issues with your OSHC, please make an appointment with the Student Services Support Officer for assistance.
0293 367 566
student.support@invicta.edu.au
Main Campus in Inner City Sydney:
175 Cleveland Street, Redfern2
Western Sydney Campus:
154 Marsden Street, Parramatta
Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.
