myGov is your portal to Australian government services. Setting it up properly saves time later.

What Is myGov?

A single login to access multiple government services:

• ATO (Australian Taxation Office) — taxes
• Medicare (for some visa holders)
• Centrelink (if eligible)
• Child Support
• Various other services

Creating Your Account

Step 1: Go to my.gov.au

Navigate to the official website. Be careful of fake sites — only use my.gov.au.

Step 2: Create Account

Click "Create account" and provide:

• Email address
• Mobile number
• Password (strong, unique)
• Security questions

Step 3: Verify

Check your email and SMS for verification codes. Complete the process.

Step 4: Set Up Identity Strength

myGov uses "identity strength" levels. Higher strength = access more services.

Strengthen your identity:

• Link your passport
• Add ID documents
• Verify details

Linking Services

ATO (Most Important for Students)

What you can do:

• Lodge tax returns
• View your TFN
• Track super (superannuation)
• Update details

To link:

1. Login to myGov
2. Select "Link service" → ATO
3. Answer questions to verify identity
4. May need details from past tax or employer

Medicare

If eligible (some visa holders, including NZ citizens):

1. Apply for Medicare card at Medicare office
2. Link to myGov after receiving card
3. Track claims and appointments

Note: Most international students with OSHC can't get Medicare.

Using myGov App

Download the App

• iOS: myGov (green icon)
• Android: myGov

Benefits

• Quick access
• Biometric login (face/fingerprint)
• Document storage
• Notifications

Staying Secure

Do's

✓ Use a unique, strong password ✓ Enable two-factor authentication ✓ Keep recovery options updated ✓ Check linked services regularly

Don'ts

❌ Use public computers to log in ❌ Share your password ❌ Click links in emails claiming to be myGov ❌ Ignore login notifications you didn't initiate

Common Uses for Students

Track Super

See your superannuation balance from all jobs in one place.

Lodge Tax Return

At end of financial year (July), lodge your tax return here.

Update Details

Change your address or contact info for all linked services.

View Tax Notices

Any communications from ATO appear here.

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Tip: Bookmark the real my.gov.au URL. Scammers create fake sites that look identical. When in doubt, type the address directly.