Your first steps after arriving in Australia as an international student: TFN, bank account, OSHC, enrolment and finding accommodation, explained simply.
In your first few weeks in Australia you’ll want to do five practical things: complete your enrolment and get your student ID, apply for a Tax File Number (TFN) online through the ATO, open an Australian bank account, make sure your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is active, and sort stable accommodation. None of these are hard on their own, but doing them in a sensible order saves stress. You can apply for a TFN for free on the ATO website once you’ve arrived, using your passport and Australian address, and it’s the one thing many students forget until they need it for work or their bank. This guide walks through each step so you land on your feet.
This guide is general information to help you get your bearings. Migration and citizenship rules — and especially fees and processing times — change often, so the smartest next step is a quick, honest read on your own situation. Our registered migration agent and qualified education consultant work under one roof, so your visa and study plans line up.
Book a consultation and you’ll get a clear plan and a fixed quote before you commit — in person at Eight Mile Plains, or online anywhere.
