Fees and charges for overseas visitors and overseas students
Hospital fees for patients who are not eligible for Medicare are set by the WA Department of Health. Overseas visitors and overseas students are required to pay for the cost of their care.
Medical fees for patients who are not eligible for Medicare are not subsidised by the Australian government. As medical treatment can be expensive, the Department of Home Affairs encourages all prospective visitors to Australia to ensure they have adequate health insurance to meet their health needs.
You will need to contact your insurance provider to check your level of cover, request a written guarantee of payment and provide this to one of our Overseas Patient Liaison Officers.
Please contact our Overseas Patient Liaison Office if you need advice or assistance.
Overseas visitors
As an overseas visitor, you will be required to pay for your treatment if you are unable to provide us with:
- A valid Medicare card; or
- Evidence of your eligibility under the RHCA with Australia; or
- Evidence of your refugee / asylum seeker status.
Interpreter services
A free health care interpreter service is available. If you require an interpreter, please advise one of our staff.