If you've been affected by recent flooding and need legal help, call the Disaster Response Legal Service on 1800 801 529 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday or visit the DRLS website. For Recovery Centre details and more, see Flood recovery updates on the NSW Government website.
Information about the different types of Australian visas, living in Australia, immigration detention and removal from Australia.
Legal Aid NSW services
Contact us
If you have a legal problem in NSW, Legal Aid NSW is here to help you.
Immigration Service
This service provides free legal advice, assistance and representation in refugee law and other immigration matters.
Refugee Service
This service helps newly arrived refugees with civil law, immigration, family law legal problems and criminal matters.
Legal Aid NSW resources
How can I bring my refugee family here?
This booklet explains how to apply to bring your family members to Australia through the Australian Government’s Refugee and Humanitarian Program.
Need immigration advice?
This brochure has information that can help you if you need legal advice about refugee and family visas or have questions about your immigration status.
What's the law?
This is an online video resource covering Australian law for new arrivals on topics such as driving, buying a car, renting, Centrelink and family law.
Driving without a licence - for temporary visa holders
This brochure has information to help you understand NSW driving laws if you are on a temporary work or study visa and what can happpen if you are charged with driving without a licence
