Student cards

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The registration (booking) link for Semester 1 orientation student card collection is published under Check if you need a booking below. 

Check the Student Central homepage for our current opening hours and service details. 

Your ANU student card is your official University ID. You will use it across campus for things like building access, library borrowing and exams. 

This page explains how to get your first card, replace a card, or extend an expired card.
 

Collecting your card


Before you come in

Enrol in the current study period 

Study load
Your student card will show whether you are enrolled full-time or part-time, based on your enrolment at the time the card is printed. To make sure this is accurate, coursework students must enrol in all courses for the current study period before collecting a student card. 

Need help?

  • Follow the links above for enrolment guidance.
  • Visit the this webpage to troubleshoot technical difficulties on ANU systems.
  • Contact Student Central or visit us in the Student Hub for further support.
     

Complete any outstanding tasks in ANUHub

  • For example, the Student Task Wizard, Commonwealth Assistance Forms or paying outstanding fees.
  • Check the "Tasks" tile on your homepage. 

Need help?

Check if you need a booking

Orientation periods: booking required. 

Bookings help us manage demand during these peak periods:  

  • 9 to 27 February 2026 (Semester 1 orientation)
    - Bookings will open from 28 January. 
    - Booking link: 
      
     
  • 20 July to 7 August 2026 (Semester 2 orientation)
    - Bookings will open from 8 July
    - The booking link will be posted here at 10am on 8 July 2026.


Standard service: no booking required.

No booking is required to collect from week 2 onwards each semester: 

  • 2 March - 20 July 2026 (from week 2 Semester 1)
  • 10 August 2026 - 5 February 2027 (from week 2 Semester 2)
     


On your collection day

 What to bring

  • Government-issued photo identification
    • For example, your driver's licence, proof of age card or passport.
    • You must bring the original ID document with you, not a photo or scanned copy.
    • Official digital ID documents in the government-approved app are accepted 
      (e.g. NSW, QLD, SA or VIC digital licence). 
       
  • If you are replacing a damaged or expired card
    • You must bring your old student card for free replacement.
    • If you do not bring your old card it will be considered lost and a replacement fee must be paid on ANUHub before a new card will be issued to you.

Where to collect your card

Orientation periods

Collect your card from the location advised in your booking confirmation (sent via Eventbrite).

  • 9 to 27 February 2026 (Semester 1 orientation)
  • 20 July to 7 August 2026 (Semester 2 orientation)

See "Check if you need a booking" above for booking registration links. 
 

Standard service

Collect your card from the Student Hub. 

  • 2 March - 20 July 2026 (from week 2 Semester 1)
  • 10 August 2026 - 5 February 2027 (from week 2 Semester 2)
     

 Taking your photo

We will take your photo in person when you attend to collect your card. 

We do not accept photo submissions before your appointment, because we need your photo to be a true, unedited image of you.

Photo requirements
Your student card will be used to verify your identity. We need your face to be visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead, and to the edges of your face on both sides. Please remove or adjust any clothing or accessories on or near your face, so that your photo will meet these requirements.

 

 Printing your card

Once we have taken your photo, we will print your card straight away. This usually takes less than 5 minutes, but wait times may be longer during busy periods. 
 

 

Frequently Asked Questions about student cards

What does my student card do?

Your ANU student card is your official form of identification as a student at ANU. It gives you access to a range of services on campus like borrowing rights for ANU libraries, access to printers, copiers, computer labs and examination venues. Your card may also give you access to student discounts at participating locations (e.g. public transport).

Conditions of use:

  • Your card must be presented to ANU staff including ANU Unisafe officers upon request.
  • Your card remains the property of ANU. You're expected to keep it in good condition and return it to ANU if requested.
  • Your card is not transferrable and only the person named on the card is permitted to use it.
  • You may only have one student card at a time. 

Do I have to pay for a student card? 

You do not need to pay a replacement fee if you are requesting:

  • your first student card as a new student
  • replacement of a damaged student card*
  • extension of an expired student card *

A replacement fee of $30 will be charged if your student card is lost or stolen**. This fee will need to be paid before a new card will be issued.

You can pay this fee on ANUHub via the pathway: 

  • NavBar (compass icon) > Menu > ANUHub > Account Details > Miscellaneous Purchases
    • click on the magnifying glass for the Semester/Session box and select the Summer Session term
    • click on the magnifying glass for 'Select Miscellaneous Purchases' and select SCR (Student Card Replacement)

* The replacement fee will be charged if you do not bring your damaged or expired card with you.
** The replacement fee will be waived upon presentation of a police report documenting the theft.

What name will my student card show?

Your preferred name will be used on your student card. You can update your preferred name yourself on ANUHub via the pathway:

  • NavBar (compass icon) > Menu > ANUHub > Personal Details > Personal Information

Please visit the Change or Correct Your Name webpage for detailed instructions on updating your preferred name or official university record.  

Can I provide my own photo?

No, we don't offer the option to upload a photo for your student card. A staff member will take your photo when you visit us in person. This ensures the image is a true and accurate representation of you, without any editing or filters.

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Photo requirements
Your student card will be used to verify your identity. We need your face to be visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead, and to the edges of your face on both sides. Please remove or adjust any clothing or accessories on or near your face, so that your photo will meet these requirements. 

How do I extend my student card expiry? 

To request to have your card expiry extended:

  1. Check you are enrolled in courses (or research for HDR students) via your ANUHub homepage; and
  2. Visit Student Central to have your card expiry extended by 1 year. 

Please note:

  • You must bring and surrender your expired card, which will be destroyed. Students may only hold one card at a time.
  • If you no longer have your expired card, you will need to purchase a replacement.
  • If your card has expired you will not have access to on-campus buildings. 

Do I need to bring my physical government identification?

You need to present your official government-issued photo identification document to verify your identity before we will issue your student card. 

Accepted identification documents must be:

  • The original, physical document (e.g. passport or ACT, NT, WA driver's license); OR
  • A valid official digital document (e.g. NSW, VIC, SA, QLD driver's license) 

Printed copies or digital photographs of your government-issued photo identification will not be accepted under any circumstances. 

Your student card is an official identity document, verifying your identity as an ANU student. As such, we can only issue a student card after verifying your identity using the official documents listed above. 

What if I am studying remotely?

Within Australia

If you are a domestic student approved to study remotely within Australia and need your student card posted, please email student@anu.edu.au with proof of your current address to request a manual application form. 

To provide proof of your enrolment and studies at ANU before you receive a card, you can download a Program or Enrolment Confirmation Letter on your ANUHub account.

Overseas

We are not able to provide student cards to those who are studying outside Australia. 

If you need to provide proof of your enrolment and studies at ANU, you can download a Program or Enrolment Confirmation Letter on your ANUHub account. 

Do I need to enrol in all my courses before getting a student card? 

Yes, you must enrol in all of your courses for the current study period (half year) before collecting your student card. The study load on your student card will reflect your current enrolment status on the day of printing, e.g. full-time or part-time. 

If you haven't enrolled in all of your courses before collecting your card, it may incorrectly identify you as a part-time student. A replacement fee may be charged for re-issuing a card in these circumstances. 

Study period 1 = Summer Session, Semester 1 and Autumn Session

Study period 2 = Winter Session, Semester 2 and Spring Session

Please note:

  • We cannot issue a student card if you have not enrolled in any courses in the current study period.
  • HDR students should ensure your research enrolment has been completed before collecting a card.  

How else can I verify my identity as an ANU student?

To verify your identity without a student card, you may be able to use a Program or Enrolment Confirmation Letter from your ANUHub account and other photo ID (e.g. passport or driver's license). 

 

 

 

 

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