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Medicare enrolment checklist

To enrol in Medicare you need proof of identity, proof you're eligible (citizenship, a permanent visa or a qualifying visa application) and a completed enrolment form. Services Australia lists the exact documents accepted.

Official site: Services Australia — Medicare ↗

Checklist

  • Passport or other identity document.
  • Evidence of citizenship, permanent visa, or permanent visa application.
  • Completed Medicare enrolment form.
  • Details of family members you want on the same card.
  • Your Australian address.

After enrolling

  • You'll get a Medicare number; the card is posted later.
  • Link Medicare to myGov to see your digital card.

Related pages

Sources: Services Australia — Medicare.

Page updated 25 October 2026. Rules change — confirm current details on the official site. Public Services Desk is independent and is not a government agency; we cannot lodge or process applications. General information, not legal, financial or immigration advice.