Create a myGov account

You can create a myGov account using your email address, or a Digital ID.

How to create a myGov account

Using an email address to create a myGov account

1. Go to myGov and select Create account. 
2. Select Continue with email and read the Terms of use and myGov privacy notice. If you understand and agree to the Terms of use, select Next.
3. Enter your Email address and select Next. 
4. Enter the Code sent to your email, then select Next.
5. Enter your Mobile number (optional) and select Next. 
6. Enter the Code sent to your mobile phone and select Next. 
7. Enter a Password and then Re-enter password. 
8. Create your 3 Secret questions and answers. Choose from the list or create your own.

If you need more help, go to detailed steps on how to create a myGov account using an email address.

Watch this video to learn how to create a myGov account.

You can also watch this video in other languages.

Using a Digital ID to create a myGov account

You can also create a myGov account using your Digital ID.

This lets you securely sign in and verify your identity through your chosen Digital ID provider.

For steps on creating an account with a Digital ID, go to Create a myGov account using Digital ID.

For more information about Digital ID and using it with myGov, go to Digital ID.

Link services to your myGov account

After you’ve created your myGov account, you can start linking your government services, like Centrelink, Medicare and the Australian Taxation Office.

For full instructions, go to Link services to your account.

What you might be interested in

We have resources and support pages to help you get the most out of your myGov account.