Victorian Government
Free TAFE (Victoria)
Tuition-free places in priority TAFE courses for eligible students training in Victoria.
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If you are eligible for Free TAFE, all your tuition fees will be covered.
Who can get it
- Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens training in Victoria
- Asylum seekers may be eligible under the Asylum Seeker VET Program
How to claim
- Your TAFE provider confirms your eligibility when you enrol
Conditions and catches
- You might still pay for books or equipment
- Usually only one Free TAFE course, with some exceptions such as priority pathways
What the source says
Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 15 Oct 2026.
You can do your first eligible Free TAFE course no matter what qualifications you already have.
Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens training in Victoria are eligible for Free TAFE
If you are eligible for Free TAFE, all your tuition fees will be covered.