
Compare 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance in Australia
Compare visitor health insurance options from AIA Health, Medibank, Allianz Care and Bupa. Review monthly premiums and key cover features, then view each provider's details before purchasing.
Compare PlansNot every Subclass 600 visa has the same conditions. Check your individual visa grant letter for any health insurance requirement, including condition 8501 where applicable.
600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance Comparison
Prices below are monthly premiums per person based on the comparison information supplied for this page. Premiums can vary by age and insurers may change pricing or benefits.
Explore Visitor Health Cover by Provider
See each insurer's visitor cover options and product details before comparing plans.




Compare 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance


ⓘ Price details

ⓘ Price details
ⓘ Price details
Cover & BenefitsCompare all five plans | AIA Essential CareFrom $159.50 Price detailsAge-Based Pricing18–39 yearsAUD 159.5040–59 yearsAUD 167.4860–69 yearsAUD 176.0070–79 yearsAUD 187.0080+ yearsAUD 203.06 Premium varies depending on the applicant's age at the time of purchase.per month per person | Comprehensive HospitalFrom $166.95 Price detailsAge-Based Pricing16–54 yearsAUD 166.9555–59 yearsAUD 168.0060–64 yearsAUD 170.1065–69 yearsAUD 220.5070–74 yearsAUD 273.0075–79 yearsAUD 368.4580–99 yearsAUD 518.50 Premium varies depending on the applicant's age at the time of purchase.per month per person | Hospital Care Visitors$180.00 Price detailsFixed PricingMonthly premium fixed regardless of age.per month per person | Explorer Visitors CoverFrom $215.99 Price detailsAge-Based Pricing17–65 yearsAUD 215.9966–70 yearsAUD 226.7971–75 yearsAUD 280.7976–80 yearsAUD 410.38Over 80 yearsAUD 475.17 Premium varies depending on the applicant's age at the time of purchase.per month per person✕ Not suitable for visa condition 8501 | 18–35 yearsAUD 49.0036–55 yearsAUD 53.0056–70 yearsAUD 101.7671–100 yearsAUD 217.30 Monthly premium per person. Prices vary with age at purchase. Applicants aged 18–100 years.per month per person✕ Not suitable for visa condition 8501 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meets 8501 Visa ConditionMeet Visa Requirements and 8501 Visa Condition | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | × | × |
| Hospital CostsPrivate Hospitals · Public Hospitals | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Emergency AmbulanceEmergency Ambulance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| GP / Doctor VisitsDoctor Visits or GP Visits | × | × | × | ✓ | ✓ |
| Medical Tests (Radiology and Pathology)Medical tests (Radiology and Pathology) | × | × | × | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cardio VascularHeart and Vascular System | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | × | × |
| Provider Details | View DetailsGet Quote ↗ | View DetailsGet Quote ↗ | View DetailsGet Quote ↗ | View DetailsGet Quote ↗ | View DetailsGet HCF Quote ↗ |
8501 compliance: Bupa Explorer Visitors Cover and HCF Short Stay do not meet condition 8501. Check the visa grant letter before buying. HCF ticks indicate benefits subject to policy limits, participating providers and MBS fees; pregnancy, pre-existing and cardiovascular conditions are excluded.
General information only. Benefits, eligibility, exclusions, waiting periods and premiums can change. Check your visa grant letter and the insurer's current product documents before purchasing.
600 Visitor Visa & Health Insurance Guides
Understand the Visitor visa, OVHC, condition 8501 and the key features to compare before choosing visitor health insurance.
What is a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)?
Understand what the Subclass 600 visa is, common streams, permitted visitor activities and why healthcare planning matters.
Read guide →600 VISA GUIDEWhat is OVHC for a 600 Visitor Visa?
Learn how Overseas Visitors Health Cover works for visitors who may not have access to Medicare.
Read guide →600 VISA GUIDEDoes a 600 Visa Require Health Insurance?
Understand condition 8501, why conditions can differ between visa holders, and what to check on your grant letter.
Read guide →600 VISA GUIDEWhat Does 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance Cover?
A practical guide to hospital, medical, ambulance and medicine benefits, plus common limits and exclusions.
Read guide →600 VISA GUIDEHow to Compare 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance
Compare premiums, hospital and medical benefits, waiting periods, excesses, age-based pricing and policy conditions.
Read guide →How to choose 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance
The lowest monthly premium is not always the only factor to consider. Visitor health insurance products can differ in hospital cover, out-of-hospital medical benefits, waiting periods, exclusions and age-based pricing.
Does a Subclass 600 Visitor visa require health insurance?
Check your individual visa grant
Not every Subclass 600 visa has the same conditions. Some visa holders may have condition 8501 requiring adequate health insurance while in Australia. Check your individual visa grant letter before choosing cover.
If Condition 8501 applies
Compare products carefully and review the insurer's current documentation to make sure the cover is suitable for the health insurance requirement applying to your visa.
Important: Visa conditions are individual. Your visa grant letter is the starting point for checking whether a health insurance condition applies.
600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance FAQs
1. Is health insurance mandatory for every Subclass 600 Visitor visa?
Not every Subclass 600 visa has the same conditions. Some visa holders may have condition 8501 requiring adequate health insurance. Check the visa grant letter.
2. What does visa condition 8501 mean?
If condition 8501 applies to your visa, you must maintain adequate arrangements for health insurance while you are in Australia. Check your visa grant letter and the insurer's current product information.
3. What type of health insurance is suitable for a 600 Visitor visa?
Suitability depends on your visa conditions and the benefits you need. Compare hospital, ambulance and medical benefits, together with exclusions, waiting periods and limits.
4. What is OVHC?
OVHC means Overseas Visitors Health Cover, a type of health insurance designed for eligible overseas visitors in Australia.
5. What is difference between hospital-only and comprehensive visitor cover?
Benefits vary by product. Some options focus mainly on hospital treatment, while broader products may include eligible out-of-hospital medical benefits. Check each insurer's current product documents.
6. Does 600 Visitor Visa Health Insurance cover GP or doctor visits?
Some products may provide GP or doctor benefits while others may not. Compare the product features and review the insurer's current documents.
7. Are pathology and radiology tests covered?
Coverage varies by product and may be subject to benefit limits, exclusions and other conditions.
8. Is emergency ambulance covered?
The products compared on this page show emergency ambulance cover, subject to the insurer's current terms and conditions.
9. Is cardiovascular treatment covered?
Coverage varies by product. Review the comparison and the insurer's current product documentation for the exact scope of cover.
10. Are pre-existing medical conditions covered?
Waiting periods, exclusions and benefit restrictions can apply to pre-existing conditions. Check the relevant insurer's current product documents.
11. What waiting periods can apply to visitor health insurance?
Waiting periods vary by insurer and product and can apply to certain treatments or conditions. Review the policy documents before purchasing.
12. Why does cost vary by age?
Some visitor insurance products use age-based pricing, so the premium may increase for older applicants. Other products may use different pricing structures.
13. Can I buy visitor health insurance before arriving in Australia?
Insurers may allow cover to be purchased before arrival. Check the insurer's eligibility rules and available policy start dates.
14. Can I change or cancel visitor health insurance?
Changes, cancellations and refunds are subject to each insurer's terms. Review the current policy documents or contact the insurer.
15. How do I choose between AIA, Allianz Care, Bupa and Medibank?
Compare the benefits relevant to you, your visa conditions, premiums, exclusions, waiting periods and benefit limits. Use the View Details links above to review each provider page and current product documents.