About reciprocal health care agreements
These are agreements with some countries where visitors can get publicly funded medically necessary care.
Which countries have international social security agreements with Australia
Australia has agreements with a number of countries to share responsibility for social security coverage.
How international social security agreements help you
Agreements may help you to claim payments in Australia or the other country. They can also help you meet the minimum periods you need to qualify for a payment.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreements - visiting from Finland
If you’re visiting Australia from Finland you may be eligible for medical care under Medicare while you’re here.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreement - visiting Finland
The Reciprocal Health Care Agreement (RHCA) we have with Finland may cover some of your medical costs in the Finnish public health system.
When you’re returning to Australia from overseas
Requirements for returning home from overseas that may affect you.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreement - visiting the United Kingdom
The Reciprocal Health Care Agreement (RHCA) we have with the United Kingdom (UK) may cover some of your medical costs in the UK public health system.
Before you leave Australia
What to do before you travel or move overseas. How your plans may affect your payments, concession cards, health care and child support.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreements - How to prove you're eligible under the agreement
You’ll need to prove you’re from Australia and eligible for Medicare when you’re in another country.
Social security agreements for International services
We have these agreements with many countries.