All our single parent and family covers automatically include coverage for dependants until they turn 21.
After age 21, you can keep your dependants on your cover up to age 32 for no extra cost, so long as they are a full-time student, registered trainee, apprentice, intern or cadet.
Dependants who are not a full-time student, registered trainee, apprentice, intern or cadet, may remain on your policy until they turn 32 for an additional loading (depending on your cover). This is good news for families as extended dependant cover was previously only available up to age 25 on a limited number of policies, whereas now it's available for all covers except Gold Hospital and Basic+ Hospital (stand-alone or combined with an extras policy).
Let's talk eligibility
Dependant must be aged over 21 but under 32 years old.
Dependant must be single (not married or in a de facto relationship).
Applies to all covers except Gold Hospital and Basic Hospital (stand-alone or combined with an Extras policy).
How to apply
To add an extended dependant to you policy, complete the below form and we’ll take care of the rest.
If your dependant already has private health insurance in their own name, they will also need to submit a request to terminate their existing policy before they can transfer to yours.
Please note waiting periods may apply for services that were not included on their previous cover and any age-based discounts will no longer apply.
Extended dependant request
Only the main member or authorised spouse/partner may change membership details. By completing this form you agree to the terms, conditions and declaration listed on the form.
