What Indian students should check
Use this checklist before you make a decision, pay money, accept work, travel, or sign documents in Australia.
- Give your TFN only to legitimate organisations that require it.
- Check employer name, hours, pay rate, tax withheld, and super details on payslips.
- Keep your own record of hours worked.
- Save bank deposits and messages about shifts.
Practical next steps
Keep the process simple: verify the official requirement, save evidence, and act early if something feels unclear.
- Apply for a TFN through the ATO if you have not done so.
- Read Fair Work guidance if payslips or pay look wrong.
- Organise all work records by employer and date.
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 student work evidence organised for later checks.
- Connects TFN, pay, super, and rights guidance.
- Helps students notice missing or inconsistent records.
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
- Fair Work Ombudsman - international students
- Department of Home Affairs - student visa work restrictions
- Australian Taxation Office - apply for a TFN
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.