myGov & myID Setup (Gateway to Government Services)
Most Australian government online services, such as Medicare, tax (ATO) and Centrelink, are accessed through a single myGov account. Adding a digital ID called myID (formerly myGovID) lets you use even more services securely. For those who have just arrived in Australia or don't yet have an account, we walk you through everything step by step, from creating an account to linking and verifying services.
This article is general information designed to guide foreigners living in Australia who are accessing government online services for the first time. It is not legal, immigration or tax advice.
Screen layouts, phone numbers, verification requirements and required documents can change frequently in line with government policy, so before you start, always check the latest steps on official sites such as my.gov.au and myid.gov.au. (As of 2026)