3 June 2026 The Refugee Council of Australia has been asked about the activities of the Canadian Association for Immigrants and Refugees (CAIR), an organisation which is currently asking refugees to pay US$45 to be...
Refugee information
Support for people fleeing the crisis in Iran and Israel
The current escalation of war in Iran has meant that both Iranian citizens and refugees from the region residing in Iran face further displacement and uncertainty. The Australian Government is working to find solutions...
Resettlement and complementary pathways to Australia
There are a number of ways that people who have been found to be refugees in another country can come to Australia. Resettlement Australia has granted permanent visas to refugees through a formal offshore resettlement...
Support for People Fleeing the Conflict in Israel-Gaza
There are currently several hundred people who have recently left Israel or Gaza in recent months fleeing the ongoing conflict. Most of these people have travelled to Australia on Visitor Visas and other short-term...
Information for people fleeing Ukraine
This brief provides information for Ukrainians based on their current visa status, following changes to refugee policy for people coming from Ukraine.
Important information about the end of TPVs and SHEVs
On 13 February 2023, the Albanese Government announced that it would end the cruel and unnecessary policy of temporary protection. This page answers frequently asked questions and lists places to go for legal help and...
Information on housing and renting for refugees
This page provides information on housing and renting for refugees in Australia, including links to information in other languages.
Information on living in Australia
This page provides information for refugees living in Australia or settling in Australia. It provides links to key resources.
Information about education for refugees
This page contains information about education for refugees in Australia, including the education system, your choices for getting education, programs that can support your education, and scholarships.
I have a bridging visa
This page gives people with bridging visas information about what they can or must do on this visa.
