Question 1

What does Fee-free mean?

Accepted Answer

If you're eligible, Fee-free* means the Australian and NSW Governments will cover your tuition fees. You may still need to pay for course materials, like a uniform for work placement.

*Eligibility criteria applies.

Question 2

Who is eligible for NSW Fee-free?

Accepted Answer

To be eligible, you must at the time of enrolment:

Live or work in New South Wales.
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident, or a humanitarian visa holder.
Be aged 15 years or over and not enrolled at any school.
Be enrolling in a course for the first time for Semester 2 2026 and your studies must commence between 1 July and 31 December 2026.

You are strongly encouraged to apply if you fall under one or more of these categories:

First Nations people
LGBTIQ+ community
Veterans
Job seekers
Young people
Unpaid carers
Women interested in non-traditional fields
People living with a disability
People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Question 3

How do I know if I am eligible for a NSW Fee-free TAFE enrolment?

Accepted Answer

Search for the course you’re interested in and choose the location where you want to enrol. Select the ‘Calculate my fee’ button and answer the questions. The calculator will display a message letting you know if you’re eligible and the course is part of the Fee-free TAFE Program.

Question 4

How many NSW Fee-free courses can I study?

Accepted Answer

Fee-free TAFE will cover tuition fees for one course only per semester.

Question 5

I’m not sure what course I want to study, can I complete a NSW Fee-free TAFE place request form for more than one course?

Accepted Answer

You can only use one NSW Fee-free TAFE place per semester. If you submit more than one request, only your first request will be considered. If you would like some advice on the best course for you, contact 131 601, or attend an Information Session for a course area that interests you.

Question 6

When do NSW Fee-free TAFE courses start?

Accepted Answer

Enrolments for NSW Fee-free TAFE for Semester 2 courses begin on Monday 11 May 2026 for full-qualification courses starting from 1 July 2026.

Question 7

What if I don’t get a NSW Fee-free TAFE place?

Accepted Answer

If your NSW Fee-free TAFE request is not successful, you can either pay the fees for your chosen course or enrol or apply for another TAFE NSW course or cancel your enrolment.

You'll need to submit a new NSW Fee-free TAFE place request for any new course you apply for.

You can only use one NSW Fee-free TAFE place per semester.

Question 8

What if I’ve already paid?

Accepted Answer

If you’ve already made a payment, and your request for a NSW Fee-free TAFE place is successful, TAFE NSW will refund what you’ve paid.

Question 9

Is my place in class held while my NSW Fee-free TAFE request is being processed?

Accepted Answer

Your place is not held whilst your NSW Fee-free TAFE request is being processed. Your enrolment is confirmed when you receive an email from TAFE NSW confirming your enrolment.

There is a chance that a class may fill up while you are waiting for your request to be processed.

Question 10

What communication will I receive from TAFE NSW?

Accepted Answer

You’ll receive an email from TAFE NSW confirming whether you have been successful in securing a NSW Fee-free TAFE place, and a confirmation of your enrolment.

Don’t forget to accept your offer. Instructions for accepting your offer will be in the email giving you the offer.

Question 11

Information for under 18-year-olds

Accepted Answer

If you are under 18 years of age, we’ll require the signature of your parent/guardian before you enrol. Call us on 131 601 for an enrolment form, and we’ll take you through the next steps. If you are under 18, you won’t be able to enrol online.

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