Legal services and referral
Macquarie's Welfare Support can provide you with information and a referral if you are facing legal issues.
Legal problems
Welfare Support provides information, advocacy and referral on accessing legal advice for matters including:
- traffic offences and motor vehicle accidents
- employment rights
- harassment/discrimination
- domestic violence matters
- assault charges/criminal charges
- frauds and scams
- consumer rights
- family law matters
- immigration matters
Accessing legal help
The Welfare Service does not provide a legal service nor offer legal advice. However, they can still assist with accessing legal services in the community. Good places to access legal help include:
Contact the Welfare Support for further information, support, or to make an appointment with a Welfare Officer.
Certifying documents
You must provide the University with original or certified documents.
Find out moreLetter confirming status
Your status letter confirms your enrolment status and it can be used for identification.
Find out moreLegal support for international students
Check the following resources to find information on legal support:
- Redfern Legal Centre provides free legal services to international students.
- NSW Government’s Fair Trading provides free advice about rental laws in New South Wales. Keep up-to-date with how COVID-19 impacts rental evictions.
- For any questions regarding your visa, visit or contact the Department of Home Affairs.
Student Wellbeing