What is myGov?

myGov gives you access to a range of government services online.

If you create a myGov account, you can link to Centrelink, Medicare or Child Support. You can also:

  • get messages sent to your secure myGov Inbox
  • update your personal details with Centrelink and Medicare
  • be confident your personal information is secure
  • access your online accounts overseas
  • link to other government services.

myGov will add more features over time.

To learn about myGov in other languages, you can watch these videos on the myGov Australia YouTube channel.


How to set up your myGov account

It's quick and easy to set up a myGov account, even if you are not too familiar with using computers.

To help walk you through the steps, myGov have created a handy online course teaching you all about how to set up your account. Click the link below to get started: