What are the eligibility rules for a Low Income Health Care Card?

12 Sept 2026, 02:29
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What are the eligibility rules for a Low Income Health Care Card?

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You may qualify for a Low Income Health Care Card if you meet Services Australia’s residence rules and your gross income is under the relevant limit for the previous eight weeks. The limits depend on your circumstances, including whether you are single, partnered or have dependent children, and are updated from time to time. There is generally no assets test, but other Centrelink payments or concession cards may affect which card you can receive. Check the current limits and apply through myGov or the Services Australia website, which will assess your individual circumstances.

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