PIC 4007 – Health Waiver for Australian Visa Applicants

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PIC 4007 Health Waiver: How to Succeed in Your Submission

A failed medical exam does not have to end your visa hopes. PIC 4007 lets the Department grant a visa despite high projected healthcare costs—if you lodge a persuasive health-waiver submission.
This guide answers the full range of searches from “pic 4007 health waiver” and “hiv health waiver” to “how to succeed in health waiver Australia.”

PIC 4007 vs PIC 4005 – What’s the difference?
Who can request a PIC 4007 waiver?
High-cost conditions: HIV, autism & more
How to succeed in a PIC 4007 health-waiver submission
Writing a persuasive PIC 4007 waiver letter
Timeline, fees & common pitfalls
FAQ – Health waivers & appeals
Next steps & related guides

1. PIC 4007 vs PIC 4005 – Key differences

Criterion	PIC 4005	PIC 4007
Applies to	Temp. visas (e.g., 482, 600)	Most permanent visas & some temps
Waiver possible?	No – health must be met outright	Yes – delegate may waive
Basis of refusal	Medical cost above threshold, risk to public health	Same, but waiver grounds considered
Typical use case	Short-term worker, tourist	Partner 820/801, 186, 187, 189, 190

Take-home: If your visa is eligible for PIC 4007, you can submit a health-waiver argument; PIC 4005 offers no second chance.

2. Who can request a PIC 4007 waiver?

You must:

Hold or be applying for a visa class (e.g., Partner, ENS 186, GSM 189/190).
Have failed the medical examination on cost grounds only (not public-health risk like active TB).
Provide a waiver submission with supporting evidence before decision or within natural-justice period.

3. High-cost conditions – HIV, autism & others

Condition	Why costs trigger 4007	Evidence to address
HIV	Antiretroviral therapy + specialist reviews	Current CD4, viral load, Medicare cost offsets
Autism	NDIS therapy projections, schooling support	Private-funding plans, state disability programs
Organ transplant, CF, dialysis	Lifetime treatment > AU $51 000	Specialist letters, private-insurance cover

4. How to succeed in a PIC 4007 health-waiver submission

Order your medical report and specialist prognosis.
Quantify cost offsets – private insurance, personal funds, state services, family support.
Demonstrate compelling circumstances – Australian citizen spouse, lengthy residence, critical skills.
Address “undue burden” test with actuarial or doctor letter.
Package evidence in a numbered bundle and lodge via ImmiAccount before the s56 deadline.

5. Writing an effective PIC 4007 waiver letter

Structure

Heading & applicant details
Background – visa subclass, medical condition, cost estimate
Compelling circumstances – family, community ties, skills shortage
Cost-mitigation table – insurance, own funds (AUD)
Conclusion & request – ask delegate to exercise waiver.

6. Timeline, fees & pitfalls

Item	Timeframe	Tip
Health exam result	Usually 2–4 weeks	Download “HAP letter” immediately
s56 natural-justice period	28 days	Request 28-day extension if FOI docs pending
Waiver decision	1–5 months	Attach updated medical reports if >6 months old
Common pitfalls	Late submission · generic templates · no cost offsets	Always tailor letter; include actuarial cost table

7. FAQ – PIC 4007 & health waivers

Please see the below FAQs.

8 · Next steps

At Jade Immigration Lawyers, we assist clients navigating the complex PIC 4007 process with professionalism and care. We:

Assess your visa subclass and waiver eligibility
Review Form 884 and MOC opinions
Draft persuasive health waiver submissions
Gather expert reports and family support documentation
Represent clients in s56/s57 responses or AAT appeals if needed

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Find answers to common questions about our Public Interest Criteria (PIC) services and processes. If you need further assistance, please contact us.

What is a PIC 4007 health waiver?

It allows certain visa applicants to receive a visa despite failing the health requirement under PIC 4005, if compelling circumstances exist.

What types of visas allow for PIC 4007 waivers?

Partner, child, humanitarian, protection, and some skilled visas may allow for waivers—student or visitor visas generally do not.

Can HIV lead to a health waiver refusal?

Yes, but many applicants with HIV succeed when their condition is well-managed and they have strong family or humanitarian grounds.

Does autism always fail the health criteria?

Not automatically; waiver success depends on therapy-cost estimates and family support.

What’s the difference between PIC 4005 and 4007?

PIC 4005 is the health test; PIC 4007 provides the option to waive it in specific visa types when justified.

Do I need a lawyer for a health waiver submission?

While not mandatory, legal assistance significantly improves the chances of success due to the complexity of the submission.