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Oct 23, 2025

4 min

Can self-funded retirees get a Health Care Card in Australia? Yes, via the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card

Hundreds of thousands of self-funded retirees in Australia are eligible for, but have not yet applied for, the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC), a key form of concession. This card, often confused with other Centrelink concessions, enables eligible self-funded retirees to get a Health Care Card in Australia and access valuable discounts on medical and living expenses.

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Oct 22, 2025

4 min

What is the income limit for a senior Australian health care card?

As of September 20, 2025, the annual income limit for a single person applying for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC) is $101,105. This card provides valuable health concessions and other benefits for eligible Australian residents who have reached the Age Pension age but do not qualify for the Age Pension.

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