Understand your Medicare statusbefore you lodge your tax returnUnderstand your Medicare statusbefore you lodge your tax return
We check your eligibility and apply everything correctly.
Not everyone is eligible, we help you understand your status..
Not sure if you're eligible for Medicare?
We check your eligibility and apply everything correctly
Check your Medicare eligibility →You either pay the Medicare levy or you may be exempt
Eligibility depends on your visa and country of origin.
From an RHCA country
If you have Medicare, we apply it correctly to your tax return
You may be eligible for limited Medicare services
From a non-RHCA country
If you're not eligible, we apply a Medicare levy exemption so you don't overpay
We apply your Medicare levy exemption correctly
We handle this as part of your tax return
We determine your eligibility
We check your visa and country to confirm your Medicare status
We apply the correct treatment
We apply the levy or exemption correctly in your tax return
Avoid paying extra tax
We make sure you don't pay the Medicare levy if you're not required to
Medicare levy exemption
If you're not eligible for Medicare,
you may need a Medicare levy exemption before lodging your tax return
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Medicare is Australia's public health system
Medicare gives access to subsidised healthcare in Australia and is partly funded by a 2% levy on taxable income
Eligibility depends on your visa and country - not everyone needs to pay the levy
Most Working Holiday visa holders are not eligible and may qualify for a Medicare levy exemption
You can only access Medicare if you're from an eligible RHCA country
Administered by
Services Australia (Australian Government)
What it covers
GP visits, public hospitals, and some specialist services
Medicare levy
2% of your taxable income (only if applicable)
If not eligible
You may be able to apply for a Medicare levy exemption
Common questions about Medicare
"Do I need to sign up for Medicare?"
You only need to sign up if you're from an eligible RHCA country. Otherwise, we apply the exemption in your tax return.
"Why is Medicare levy showing on my tax bill?"
If your Medicare status wasn't applied correctly, the levy may appear. We fix this when preparing your tax return.
"I don't use Medicare - why am I being charged?"
If no exemption is applied, the ATO may charge the levy automatically. We apply the correct exemption so you don't overpay.
"Does my travel insurance replace Medicare?"
No - travel insurance and Medicare are separate. If you're not eligible, travel insurance covers your medical costs.
"Does my Working Holiday visa affect my Medicare?"
Yes - most WHV holders are not eligible unless from an RHCA country. We handle this correctly in your tax return.
"Can I get a Medicare card on a Working Holiday visa?"
Only if you're from an eligible RHCA country. Otherwise, we apply a Medicare levy exemption instead.
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