Costs
Our services are free for everyone, including international visitors. No health insurance is necessary.
If you are referred to a service outside the Centre for further testing, some costs may apply.
Medicare
Bring your Medicare card, if you have one.
If you do not have a Medicare card, you can still access free sexual health care at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre.
Where else can I be tested?
Get an STI checkup or treatment for STIs at our partner GP clinics.
Is our service right for you?
Melbourne Sexual Health Centre provides full-time, free sexual health services to the people of Victoria.
We provide STI testing and treatment and HIV care.
Being a public health service, sometimes you need to wait to see and nurse or doctor, and you can't always come in at a time that suits you. If this is worries you, then you could choose to see a general practitioner (GP) instead. There are some GPs who specialise in sexual health.
You may need to pay for GP services, so call the practice to find out what that cost is before you go. If you're from overseas, and you have health insurance, your insurance may cover some or all of the cost. Check with your insurance company to find out.
What to bring
You may need to wait outside, so dress appropriately for the weather and bring an umbrella if necessary.
When you arrive
Access to Melbourne Sexual Health Centre is via the stairs to Level 1.
A lift is available.
When you arrive:
- Check in for your visit
- Go to Reception to confirm that you have checked in
- Wait in the waiting room to be called
Our Reception staff will help you if you need a translator.
Find a GP
Some sexual health clinics, GP clinics and community health centres provide sexual health services.