Welcome to international students arriving in Melbourne and Victoria

Published: 11 February 2025
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Study Melbourne welcomes all new and returning international students to Melbourne and Victoria. We are here to support you, so come and see us at the Study Melbourne Hub in Hardware Lane in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Many of our Hub team are former international students and understand the joys and challenges of being an international student.

Watch our Welcome video and visit the Study Melbourne website for essential information and resources for international students, including:

  • An accommodation tool, to help you find the best accommodation option to suit your lifestyle and budget
  • A cost-of-living calculator to give you an estimate of how much it might cost to live in Melbourne based on your desired accommodation type, ideal location, preferred forms of transport and even how much you like to spend on entertainment and activities.
  • Information about the International Student Travel Pass, which gives eligible undergraduate students a saving of 50% on all public transport costs
  • How to stay safe this summer while enjoying Victoria’s beautiful waterways and beaches
  • Join our Instagram Broadcast Channel to be the first to hear about exciting events, news, updates and tips.
Upcoming events
Melbourne
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27 July - 31 October

Tax Help Centre at Study Melbourne Hub

Study Melbourne is offering Tax Help to assist international students with lodging their tax returns for the 2025-2026 financial year. The program is open to international students who have a Tax File Number (TFN) and have earned $70,000 or less. Students with an Australian Business Number (ABN) are not eligible for this service.
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
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29 October

Halloween Language Exchange

Get ready for an afternoon of language exchange, culture, and Halloween fun at the Study Melbourne Hub! Meet other international students from across Victoria, make new friends, practise your language skills, and celebrate the spooky season together.
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
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8 November - 14 March

Beach Buddies

Supported by Study Melbourne, Beach Buddies helps international students get active, meet other students, and try beach sports such as tennis and bodyboarding in a relaxed and welcoming environment. No experience needed. Equipment is provided.
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
Online
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9 November

Information session for international students: Victoria’s 2026–27 skilled visa nomination program

Learn about Victoria’s 2026–27 skilled visa nomination program and the Registration of Interest process for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190).
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
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