Concession and health care cards
Concession and health care cards can get you cheaper health services and medicines.
After you apply for a Medicare Entitlement Statement
We’ll process your application. It may take up to 8 weeks to process your application if you apply between July and November.
Income test for the Low Income Health Care Card
To get a Low Income Health Care Card your income must be under the limit.
Benefits of a Low Income Health Care Card
You and your dependent child can get benefits if you have a Low Income Health Care Card.
Who needs to apply for a Health Care Card
You don’t need to apply for a Health Care Card. If you're eligible, we’ll post your card to you.
Severe financial hardship for Crisis Payment
For the purposes of Crisis Payment, you’re in severe financial hardship if you meet certain criteria.
How to add your immunisation history statements to a digital wallet
How to add your COVID-19 and influenza (flu) immunisation history statement to your device for easy storage, and how to update your proof of vaccinations.
Authorising a person or organisation to enquire or act on your behalf form (SS313)
Use this form to authorise a person or organisation in Australia to be your nominee so they can enquire or act on your behalf with Centrelink.
Digital card
Have your concession or health care card with you everywhere you take your smart mobile device.
Travelling with medicines that are prohibited exports
Some PBS medicines may be a prohibited export under customs regulations.