COVID-19 information and support for international students
Find out what information and support is available to international students studying in South Australia during COVID-19.
For study assistance, please click here.
Financial support
International Student Support Package (ISSP)
A second round of International Student Support Package (ISSP) grants has been announced for international students in South Australia who are still experiencing financial hardship.
This financial support will be accessed differently depending on the provider you study with.
For students studying or packaged to a public university, contact your institution for support.
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Flinders University students, email: iss@flinders.edu.au
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University of South Australia: Student Hardship Fund (COVID-19)
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University of Adelaide: COVID-19 International Student Information
For international students (excluding school students) studying with other providers and experiencing financial hardship, you can now apply for a second cash grant.
The total value of funds you can receive across two grants is $1,000.
If your first successful application is after the 10 November 2020 you will receive both $500 emergency cash grants in the one payment (ie total of $1000). If you have previously received the ISSP $500 grant, you may be eligible for a second grant of $500.
For more information, eligibility criteria and to apply, visit the StudyAdelaide website.
Immediate food support
Anglicare SA can assist with food, core basics and possible financial assistance.
To receive this support, you will need to present at 9:00 am Monday - Friday at Anglicare SA, 82 Gilbert Street, Adelaide with your student ID or visa to confirm student status.
Baptist Care SA's Community Food Hub
An opportunity to shop for food and essential items at a reduced cost. They have just announced they are now open on Fridays.
The Community Food Hub is located at 216 Wright St, Adelaide. To be eligible to shop at the Community Food Hub just simply show your student ID.
New Opening Times:
Monday - Thursday: 10am to 3pm
Friday: 11am to 2pm
To learn more, please click here.
Food Hub Voucher Program
If you are experiencing financial hardship you can register for a free $25 food voucher (and four user-pays vouchers) to spend at a Foodbank or other food hubs.
Food Hubs are like mini-supermarkets and offer a wide range of food and groceries. Fruit, vegetables and bread are free; other grocery and personal care items are available at very reduced prices.
Registration is required, please click here.
For more information on food support, please download our fact sheet.
Accommodation assistance
The South Australian Government has endorsed several initiatives aimed at helping landlords and tenants whose incomes have been affected due to the current pandemic. For more information, visit Consumer and Business Services.
For information regarding accommodation options and to seek immediate assistance with crisis accommodation please click here.
Employment
StudyAustralia have developed resources outlining workplace rights for international students.
They have been translated into a range of languages, including Hindi, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Thai, Spanish, and Portuguese.
To view them, click here.
Other information:
Check with your training provider to see what information and services they have available to you regarding employment.
Translating services
If you require assistance with translation services, please call Translating and Interpreting Service on 13 14 50 or Interpreting and Translating Centre (ITC) on 1800 280 203.
Health and wellbeing
If you require assistance in relation to your mental health or wellbeing the organisations below provide support services:
COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: 1800 632 753
The National Coronavirus Information Helpline: 1800 020 080
Health Advice and Information
Australian Government Department for Health
