COVID-19 vaccinations are free for everyone in Australia, including international students

The Australian Government is committed to ensuring everyone in Australia will have access to the vaccination when it’s their turn – this includes international students who are studying in Australia.COVID-19 vaccines are free for everyone in Australia regardless of Medicare or visa status.

If students don’t have a Medicare card, or are not eligible for Medicare, they can get a free vaccination at:

• a Commonwealth Vaccination Clinic

• state or territory vaccination clinic.

The vaccine is voluntary, and everyone is encouraged to get a vaccine to help protect the community from COVID-19.

More information: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/covid-19-vaccine-eligibility-checker

COVID-19 vaccine helpline on 1800 020 080 or for translating and interpreting services call 13 14 50.



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