Online health cover help for students and visa holders

Insurers pay commission on policies sold. The client normally does not pay you directly.

Commission per policy sold, often on shorter or lower-premium policies, so volume and repeat renewals matter. Check each insurer's commission terms.

• Clear written explanations in plain English
• Basic website and social media skills
• Patience with clients who are new to the system

• Visa conditions can require specific cover, so never promise a policy meets a visa condition. Point clients to the Department of Home Affairs
• Check which industry code and insurer approval rules apply to selling health insurance
• Check whether you need professional indemnity insurance
• Privacy rules when handling passport and personal details
• Be careful with advertising claims and keep comparisons fair and accurate

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $800 to $4,000, depending on your website, guides and marketing, and any insurance or approvals you need to put in place.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $4,000, depending on how many clients you help and the policies they take out. Plan for at least around 8 hours a week.

Check that visa conditions can require specific cover, so never promise a policy meets a visa condition and point clients to the Department of Home Affairs. Also check industry code and insurer approval rules, privacy for passport details, and fair advertising.