457 visa health insurance
Switch to a great value health insurance to support your time in Australia and meet your Temporary Work (skilled) 457 visa requirements.
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) allows you to switch health insurers at any time. When you move to one of our health covers, any waiting periods already served with your previous Australian health insurer will be recognised.
Choose the right 457 Visa health insurance for you
* This price includes a $500 excess per calendar year.
Can't find what you are looking for? Call nib on 1800 775 204
Health covers designed for overseas student and worker visas
Get comprehensive cover
Health insurance to reduce hospital and medical costs while you’re living in Australia.
Emergency ambulance
All our covers include unlimited emergency ambulance cover, excluding members covered by state ambulance schemes.
Access to in-hospital cover
Access benefits for hospital accommodation and medical treatment for services included in your cover.
Health covers designed for overseas student and worker visas
Get comprehensive cover
Health insurance to reduce hospital and medical costs while you’re living in Australia.
Emergency ambulance
All our covers include unlimited emergency ambulance cover, excluding members covered by state ambulance schemes.
Access to in-hospital cover
Access benefits for hospital accommodation and medical treatment for services included in your cover.
Cover for doctor (GP) consultations
This covers no out-of-pocket cost for appointments with nib telehealth GPs for members on selected OVHC covers with GP benefits.
Waiting periods recognised
We will recognise any waiting periods you have already served on an equivalent cover.
Get your certificate in minutes
Our covers are 100% visa compliant and your Visa Certificate is emailed to you once you are approved.
The nib difference
We've got smart solutions to help international students and workers live a healthier and happier life in Australia.
Providing smart solutions through the nib App
Manage your policy wherever you are with the nib App. Use your digital card for claiming, and access nib services and programs all from your mobile. Plus, get help from our award-winning customer service team.
Easy access to telehealth
Access telehealth doctor appointments with experienced GPs for at-home virtual consultations when you’re feeling unwell.
Be rewarded for your membership
Get everyday savings on transport, shopping and more with the nib Rewards program.
We support your mental health
Digital on-demand mental health and wellbeing tool to support the health and happiness of international visitors on the nib App.
Switch to nib health insurance in 3 easy steps
It's important to get the most from your health insurance which is why we offer a range of quality health covers, designed for working visitors.
Choose the cover that best suits your needs
All of our health covers meet the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requirements, so all you need to do is choose a cover that meets your health needs.
Apply online or call 1800 775 204
Have your previous Australian health insurer details handy as you will need to provide these to us when you apply.
Provide us with a Clearance Certificate
A Clearance Certificate allows us to finalise the switch to nib.
Ask your previous Australian health fund to supply your Clearance Certificate.