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What does ‘Resident of Australia’ mean in travel insurance?
A “Resident of Australia” is someone who meets specific eligibility criteria set out in the PDS. This includes but not limited to:
Australian citizen and permanent residents who:
Currently live in Australia
Hold an Australian Medicare card that will be valid beyond the period of insurance
Temporary residents who:
Hold a valid visa that remains valid beyond their return
Have a Medicare card or compliant private health insurance for their visa
Have a home in Australia and intend to return to it
Please read the PDS for full terms and conditions as to be eligible for a policy, you must meet all eligibility requirements.
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† Fast Cover has a referral arrangement with Canstar. Awards are only one factor to be considered when deciding whether this product is right for you. The awards shown include Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2024 and Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2025.
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† Fast Cover has a referral arrangement with Canstar. Awards are only one factor to be considered when deciding whether this product is right for you. The awards shown include Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2024 and Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2025.
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† Fast Cover has a referral arrangement with Canstar. Awards are only one factor to be considered when deciding whether this product is right for you. The awards shown include Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2024 and Canstar's Outstanding Value for Seniors Travel Insurance 2025.
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Fast Cover Pty Ltd ABN 98 143 196 098, AFSL 538708 (Fast Cover) arranges travel insurance as Coverholder under the binder issued by Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, led by Canopius Managing Agents Limited (Syndicate 4444). Any advice is general only and does not consider your personal circumstances. Coverage is subject to eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions. Fast Cover receives a portion of the insurer's premium as remuneration, included in the price you pay. Read the Combined FSG/PDS and TMD at fastcover.com.au before deciding to buy.
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Fast Cover Pty Ltd ABN 98 143 196 098, AFSL 538708 (Fast Cover) arranges travel insurance as Coverholder under the binder issued by Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, led by Canopius Managing Agents Limited (Syndicate 4444). Any advice is general only and does not consider your personal circumstances. Coverage is subject to eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions. Fast Cover receives a portion of the insurer's premium as remuneration, included in the price you pay. Read the Combined FSG/PDS and TMD at fastcover.com.au before deciding to buy.
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Fast Cover Pty Ltd ABN 98 143 196 098, AFSL 538708 (Fast Cover) arranges travel insurance as Coverholder under the binder issued by Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, led by Canopius Managing Agents Limited (Syndicate 4444). Any advice is general only and does not consider your personal circumstances. Coverage is subject to eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions. Fast Cover receives a portion of the insurer's premium as remuneration, included in the price you pay. Read the Combined FSG/PDS and TMD at fastcover.com.au before deciding to buy.