If you require food assistance, please contact the Foodbank office team on 02 9756 3099 and the team will direct you to your nearest food relief provider.
Oz Harvest
OzHarvest Hamper Hubs provide emergency food relief service for vulnerable members of the community, especially International Students and Temporary Visa Holders.
If you are an international student or temporary visa holder in need of food relief, you can register for one of our Sydney locations.
Emergency food assistance for international students in Sydney
City of Sydney Community Hotline
International students who are facing hardship and located within the City of Sydney Local Government Area are encouraged to call the City of Sydney COVID-19 Community Hotline. City staff are trained to provide information on accommodation, access to food, finance, isolation, personal wellbeing and community support. The Community Hotline is 02 9265 9333 and is open 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. You can also register for their Community Check-in Service and receive a regular call.
Phone: 02 9265 9333
Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment - NSW
International students who have been asked to isolate by NSW Health may also be eligible for Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment - New South Wales.
Visit the Service NSW website for more info on this payment.
If you need legal help, contact RLC's International Student Legal Service for free legal advice and referrals.
You can also request access to My Legal Mate, a free digital resource for international students studying in NSW.
