Safety guide

Scams and Safety Guide for Indian Students in Australia

Safety hub for Indian students covering rental scams, job scams, payment pressure, fake calls, identity risks, emergency contacts, and evidence.

Last reviewed: 25 April 2026

What Indian students should check

Use this checklist before you make a decision, pay money, accept work, travel, or sign documents in Australia.

  • Be careful with urgent payment demands and threats.
  • Do not send passport, TFN, or banking details through untrusted channels.
  • Verify rentals, employers, and official claims before acting.
  • Keep screenshots, receipts, call logs, and messages.

Practical next steps

Keep the process simple: verify the official requirement, save evidence, and act early if something feels unclear.

  • Read rental scam, Fair Work, emergency, and report issue guides.
  • Use SETU to organise evidence if something feels wrong.
  • Ask campus support or official services before paying under pressure.

How SETU helps

SETU India AU is built for the practical student moments that need a clear record, a local check, or a safer next step.

  • Keeps scam evidence and issue notes organised.
  • Connects safety risks with practical guides.
  • Supports better decision-making before expensive mistakes.

FAQ

Can SETU replace official advice?+

No. SETU helps Indian students organise practical information, records, and next steps. For visa, legal, tax, medical, or financial decisions, always check official sources or speak with a qualified professional.

Official Sources to Check

SETU provides practical information and record organisation. Always verify important visa, legal, tax, medical, tenancy, or financial decisions with official sources or a qualified professional.