Documents to enrol in Medicare if you’re a permanent resident
You need to provide documents that prove your identity and residency.
Time limits for claiming family payments
There are rules about when you can submit a claim. They are different depending on the type of payment. If you can’t claim within these timeframes, let us know.
Verified and unverified payments
Verified payments count towards your thresholds, while unverified payments don’t.
How to manage Centrepay
You can choose to manage Centrepay yourself or ask someone to help you.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreements - medical care when you travel to another country
To be covered under a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement (RHCA) with Australia, you’ll need to meet the agreement conditions.
Social work services if you’re experiencing violence
If you’re experiencing family and domestic violence, we can help you access certain services.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
Get a new Medicare card if it expires or is lost, stolen or damaged
You can get a new Medicare card if it expires or is lost, stolen or damaged. You can also get an extra card.
Reciprocal Health Care Agreements - visiting from the United Kingdom
If you’re visiting Australia from the United Kingdom you may be eligible for medical care under Medicare while you’re here.
Bulk billing
You may be able to access health care at no cost. Learn what bulk billing is, and how to access it.