Medical Treatment Visa (subclass 602)

Temporary Entry to Australia for Medical Care or Support

The Subclass 602 Medical Treatment Visa allows individuals to travel to Australia for medical treatment, to support someone receiving treatment, or to donate an organ. It is designed for short-term stays and can be granted in both urgent and non-urgent medical scenarios.

Key Benefits

• Access Medical Care in Australia
  Receive treatment in Australian hospitals or clinics.
• Support a Patient
  Travel to accompany a family member or dependent receiving treatment.
• Organ Donation
  Enter Australia to donate an organ to an eligible recipient.
• Multiple Entry Options
  Can be granted for single or multiple entries depending on medical needs.
• No Age Limit
  Available to applicants of all ages.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Subclass 602, you must meet the following:\

General Requirements

• Be outside or inside Australia at the time of application.
• Have a medical condition requiring treatment in Australia, or be supporting someone who does
• Provide medical documentation from an Australian hospital or specialist.
• Meet health, character, and financial
• Have adequate health insurance or financial means to cover treatment costs

Visa Use Cases

1. Medical Treatment
   • For individuals needing specialist care, surgery, or ongoing treatment.
   • Includes cases where treatment is not available in the applicant’s home country.
2. Support Person
   • For parents, guardians, or carers accompanying a child or dependent receiving treatment
3. Organ Donor
   • For individuals entering Australia to donate an organ to a relative or approved recipient.

Visa Conditions

• Temporary Stay
  Duration depends on the treatment plan and medical advice.
• No Work Rights
  You cannot work while holding this visa.
• Health Insurance Required
  You must have adequate health cover or funds to pay for treatment
• No Access to Medicare
  Unless covered by a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement, you must pay for all medical costs
• TB Screening May Be Required
  Applicants from high-risk countries may need tuberculosis screening before visa grant

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)