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Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form

Do I need to submit a completed Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form to UniSA?

Yes. If you enrol in a Commonwealth supported place you must complete and submit a Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form to UniSA on or before the census date for your first enrolment as a Commonwealth supported student.

What if I'm paying up front?

What happens if I do not submit the Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form on or before the census date?

Your enrolment will be cancelled.

How do I obtain the Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form?

You will complete this form as part of your enrolment,  through myEnrolment under the CAF (Commonwealth Assistance Form) section. You can obtain the Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form from Campus Central.

I have already completed a Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form

As part of your enrolment each year you will update your CAF for your current program.  If you change programs during your studies or start another program, you are required to complete a new CAF.

Do I have to provide my TFN on my Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form?

Yes, you need to provide your TFN on your Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form if you are eligible for HECS-HELP and you:

How do I get a TFN?

Contact the Tax Office and complete a Tax file number - application or enquiry for an individual form. TFNs cannot be allocated over the telephone, by facsimile or email.

It is important to apply early to ensure you have your TFN on or before the census date. A TFN is usually provided within 28 days of application. If you have applied for a TFN but have not received it within 10 days of the census date you should request a Certificate of application for a TFN from the Tax Office and give it to your University as proof that you have applied. A Certificate of application for a TFN can be issued at a Tax Office shopfront or by contacting the Tax Office

You have 21 days from the day the Tax Office issues you a TFN to quote it to your University.

If you:

More information

For more information please read the Information for Commonwealth supported students booklet and visit the Going to Uni website.

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