Having an Australian bank account will ensure that you have easy access to your money to pay for your accommodation, tuition fees and living expenses, and will allow your employer to deposit pay into your account if you choose to work.
The process is usually as follows:
1. Are there any application fees?
2. Can you open an online savings account before you arrive so you can earn interest on the funds you send to Australia?
3. Are you provided with a personal banker? If so, does your banker speak your language?
4. Are you eligible for a student account that does not charge monthly account fees?
5. Is there a minimum opening deposit required at the time of opening an account and a minimum balance you are required to maintain?
6. Can you transfer money to Australia with your foreign exchange provider of choice when setting up an account?
7. Does the account include a Visa or MasterCard debit card at no extra cost, so you can shop online with your own money?
8. Does your bank have a national network of branches?
9. Does your bank have a large number of ATMs?
10. Do the bank’s ATMs provide access in multiple languages?
Information on Setting up a Student Account
For more information about setting up a bank account, click here
Banks that offer special services for setting up a student account
We can help you open your Australian Bank Account.
For Bank Account Assistance, please speak to the Student Services Team.
Contact email and phone number for student support services; admin@sydneymetrcollege.edu.au;
+61 2 8937 0991 (Sydney) +61 3 9077 0758 (Melbourne)