Asylum seekers and refugees

Asylum seekers and refugees need to produce appropriate documentation confirming their status from the Department of Home Affairs - Immigration and Citizenship or a recognised asylum support agency.

If the appropriate documentation is not provided, you will be treated as a Medicare Ineligible Patient and you will be expected to pay for all associated medical costs.

Appropriate documentation is one of the following:

• Department of Home Affairs - Immigration and Citizenship document
• Documentation from support agencies such as the Red Cross, Hotham Mission, McKillop Family Services or International Health and Medical Services
• Evidence by visa class (bridging Visa E)

When documents are presented to the Patient Liaison Officer, associated fees can be waived.