Preparing for your arrival
There’s a lot to consider as you get ready to travel overseas and study with us. From applying for a student visa to knowing where to go once you get off the plane, learn more about how you can prepare for Australian life.
Pre-departure guide
Our pre-departure guide contains important information about how to prepare for your arrival in Australia.
Read the guide
Visa information
Make sure you know how to apply for a student visa and understand the obligations that come with it.
Learn about visas
Book accommodation
See where you could live and learn more about finding accommodation that suits you.
Explore accommodation
Currency and banking
Before you leave home, it’s important that you understand Australian currency and set up an Australian bank account.
Learn about banking
Airport information
Learn about how to get from the airport to our Melbourne and regional campuses.
Find out more
Quarantine and customs
It’s important you understand what you can and can’t bring into Australia from overseas.
Check what you can bring
Arrival information
Our helpful checklist gives you an overview of what you should do when you arrive in Australia.
See the checklist
Orientation
Orientation is a great opportunity to find out more about your course, your campus and your future at La Trobe.
Explore Orientation
Preparing for life at La Trobe?
Connect with our student ambassadors to find out their top tips for life at La Trobe.
Chat to our students