Even if not legally compulsory, medical insurance is highly advisable.
What would you do otherwise if there was a major health scare?
When checking medical insurance prices, make sure the policy terms do
not assume Medicare eligibility as many policies geared to the needs
of Australians do. You should be checking the policies offered to
retirement visa holders as a guide.
Jeremy
>On Tue, 09 Dec 2003 13:15:32 +0000, cherry6 <member18379@british_expats.com> wrote:
>Hi,
>Can anyone give me a rough idea regarding cost of medical insurance? I
>have had a look at some websites but it is complicated to understand,
>especially as I have never had health insurance.
>If my parents happen to apply for the aged parents visa onshore, they
>wont be granted medicare whilst in the very long queue. So will they
>have to take medical insurance or do they have to 'pay as you go'? What
>would be the minimum cost, and does it include dental?
>Many thanks
>Cherry
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