How do I get an ambulance cover in NSW?

Ambulance Cover in NSW

In NSW, ambulance services are provided by NSW Ambulance. You have several options for cover:

Free Emergency Ambulance Services

If you call triple zero (000) for a life-threatening emergency, NSW Ambulance will respond at no cost to you, regardless of whether you have cover.

Ambulance Subscription

For non-emergency ambulance transport and additional benefits, you can purchase an Ambulance Subscription from NSW Ambulance:

• Annual subscription covers you and your immediate family for non-emergency ambulance transport
• Protects you from out-of-pocket costs for ambulance services
• Covers transport to hospital or medical facilities
• Cost is approximately $50 per year for individuals

Private Health Insurance

Some private health insurance policies include ambulance cover as part of their extras or hospital cover. Check with your provider about what's included in your policy.

Concession Holders

If you hold a concession card (pension, healthcare, or other government concession), you may be eligible for reduced or free ambulance subscription. Check with NSW Ambulance about your eligibility.

How to Get Cover

• Visit the NSW Ambulance website to purchase a subscription online
• Call NSW Ambulance directly for more information
• You can also purchase at post offices and some pharmacies

Important: Even without subscription cover, emergency ambulance services (000) are always free. The subscription mainly protects you from costs for non-emergency transport.

This is general information only. Check official sources before acting.