About Bonitas

Bonitas is one of South Africa's largest open medical schemes. It offers a choice of 15 Medical Aid options for 2026, ranging from entry-level network plans to comprehensive cover at a hospital of choice. Premiums for a single member range from R1 603 to R12 509. Most plans use a network of hospitals to keep premiums affordable, while Standard and BonComprehensive offer the choice of any private hospital. A defined list of procedures, on all options, needs to be done in a Network Day Hospital to avoid a co-payment. Bonitas also provides maternity and preventative care benefits.



Annual contribution increases typically take effect from 1 January each year, with the contributions shown here applicable for 2026.

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Bonitas Medical Aid plans - contributions


Bonitas offers a comprehensive range of Medical Aid plans designed to meet diverse healthcare needs and budgets. The cards below show the contributions for principal members, adult dependants and child dependants for 2026.

BonStart & BonStart Plus

Contributions (Main)R1 603 - R2 040
Principal MemberR1 603 - R2 040
Adult DependantR1 603 - R1 940
Child DependantR899 - R1 603

BonEssential Select & BonEssential

Contributions (Main)R774 - R2 747
Principal MemberR2 345 - R2 747
Adult DependantR1 718 - R2 030
Child DependantR774 - R888

BonFit

Contributions (Main)R908 - R2 698
Principal MemberR2 698
Adult DependantR2 021
Child DependantR908

BonPrime

Contributions (Main)R1 035 - R3 255
Principal MemberR3 255
Adult DependantR2 546
Child DependantR1 035

Hospital Standard

Contributions (Main)R1 353 - R3 561
Principal MemberR3 561
Adult DependantR2 999
Child DependantR1 353

Primary

Contributions (Main)R1 141 - R3 588
Principal MemberR3 588
Adult DependantR2 807
Child DependantR1 141

BonSave

Contributions (Main)R1 211 - R4 047
Principal MemberR4 047
Adult DependantR3 059
Child DependantR1 211

Standard & Standard Select

Contributions (Main)R1 590 - R5 929
Principal MemberR5 431 - R5 929
Adult DependantR4 700 - R5 139
Child DependantR1 590 - R1 740

BonComplete

Contributions (Main)R1 794 - R6 614
Principal MemberR6 614
Adult DependantR5 298
Child DependantR1 794

BonClassic

Contributions (Main)R2 034 - R8 238
Principal MemberR8 238
Adult DependantR7 071
Child DependantR2 034

BonComprehensive

Contributions (Main)R2 548 - R12 509
Principal MemberR12 509
Adult DependantR11 796
Child DependantR2 548

BonCap

Contributions (Main)R815 - R4 177
Principal MemberR1 730 - R4 177
Adult DependantR1 730 - R4 177
Child DependantR815 - R1 585

*Contributions may differ based on specific requirements. It is recommended to contact Bonitas for detailed and personalised information. BonCap contributions are banded according to gross monthly income and are subject to income verification.

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BonStart & BonStart Plus

These entry-level network plans suit individuals and families looking for affordable cover. Both offer unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital with a co-payment per admission. GP and specialist consultations are unlimited at the Bonitas Rate. BonStart pays day-to-day claims from a defined benefit pool with a co-payment per GP visit, while BonStart Plus offers a broader day-to-day allowance including maternity benefits such as antenatal consultations and a 2D ultrasound scan.

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BonEssential Select & BonEssential

This hospital plan will suit young healthy individuals. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a hospital of choice, or through a hospital network if selecting BonEssential Select, with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. Co-payments are applied to a comprehensive list of in-hospital procedures. Joint replacements are only covered in the case of acute injury (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Apart from some preventative care and maternity benefits, no other cover for day to day claims is provided.

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BonFit

The BonFit option is suitable for young families and individuals. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a network of hospitals with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. Co-payments are applied to a comprehensive list of in-hospital procedures. Joint replacements are only covered in the case of acute injury (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Day-to-day claims are paid from available savings, with an additional GP consultation benefit once savings are used up.

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BonPrime

BonPrime is a mid-tier savings option offering unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital, with GP and specialist consultations unlimited at the Bonitas Rate. Day-to-day claims, including GP visits, medicine and dentistry, are paid from available savings. It includes an out-of-hospital MRI and CT scan allowance not available on the entry-level savings plans.

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Hospital Standard

This hospital plan is suitable for young families and individuals. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital, with a co-payment applied for using a non-network facility. GP and specialist consultations are unlimited at the Bonitas Rate. Co-payments are applied to a comprehensive list of in-hospital procedures. Joint replacements are only covered in the case of acute injury (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Provides some benefits for maternity and preventative care.

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Primary

The Primary option is suitable for young families and individuals. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. Co-payments are applied to a comprehensive list of in-hospital procedures. Joint replacements are only covered in the case of acute injury (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Day to day claims are paid from defined annual limits.

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BonSave

The BonSave option is suitable for young families and individuals. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. Co-payments are applied to a comprehensive list of in-hospital procedures. Joint replacements are only covered in the case of acute injury (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Day-to-day claims are paid from available savings.

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Standard & Standard Select

The Standard option is suitable for families wanting a hospital of choice, while Standard Select uses a hospital network to reduce the premium. Both offer unlimited hospital cover with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. Day-to-day claims are paid from a defined benefit pool with a separate benefit for GP consultations, optometry, dentistry and specialised radiology. Both plans include a wider maternity benefit than the entry-level options.

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BonComplete

This plan is suited for families requiring comprehensive medical cover at a network hospital, with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. A short list of co-payments is applied, for example for spinal surgery if the back and neck programme is not used, MRI and CT scans, and for certain joint replacements and cataract surgery if a designated service provider is not used. Day-to-day claims are payable from savings, a self-payment gap and then from additional benefits.

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BonClassic

The BonClassic option is suitable for families and individuals wanting a higher level of cover at a network hospital, with GP and specialist bills paid at 100% of the Bonitas Rate. A short list of co-payments is applied, for example for spinal surgery if the back and neck programme is not used, and for certain joint replacements and cataract surgery if a designated service provider is not used. Certain day-to-day claims are paid from savings whilst others are payable from separate risk benefits.

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BonComprehensive

This plan is suited for individuals requiring extensive medical cover. It offers unlimited hospital cover at a hospital of choice, with in-hospital specialist bills paid at 150% of the Bonitas Rate and GP bills at 100%. Co-payments are applied for spinal surgery if the back and neck programme is not used, for MRI and CT scans, as well as for certain joint replacements and cataract surgery if a designated service provider is not used. Day-to-day claims are payable from savings, a self-payment gap and then from additional benefits.

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BonCap

BonCap is an entry-level, income-banded network plan aimed at affordability for lower-earning members. Monthly contributions are tiered according to gross income and subject to verification, and dependants up to age 24 pay child rates. Members must use a defined network of GPs, specialists, hospitals, pharmacies and pathology providers, with a 30% co-payment applying if a non-network provider is used outside of an emergency. Hospitalisation is covered at a network hospital, subject to pre-authorisation, and a comprehensive list of in-hospital exclusions applies, including joint replacement and back and neck surgery (Prescribed Minimum Benefits only). Day-to-day cover includes unlimited network GP consultations, a defined medicine and blood test benefit, and preventative care such as HIV testing and wellness screenings.

Bonitas Medical Aid Company Ltd is an authorised financial services provider (FSP licence number: 16354). This article is for general information purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always read your policy schedule and speak to a qualified adviser if you're unsure. Hippo Advisory Services is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 36 368).

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