One story can change everything. And it’s critical that we change the way our country thinks about refugees and people seeking asylum. That’s why our National Refugee Ambassadors program amplifies the voices...
Refugees or people seeking asylum
Are you a refugee or person seeking asylum? You can find here information about how we can work with you, and practical information about the law and living in Australia.Favourites
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Refugee Council calls for greater focus on getting people at risk out of Afghanistan
The Refugee Council of Australia is calling for the Australian Government to increase efforts to assist people at risk to get out of Afghanistan, as the first anniversary of the Taliban’s violent takeover of Kabul...
Information for refugees and people seeking asylum
Updated 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.
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 COVID-19 and Social Security
This page provides information about COVID-19 and social security, including answering some frequently asked questions about who can benefit from these new measures during the COVID-19 crisis.
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.
