How to Get Your Discount Code: 2026 Step-by-Step
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
To receive a code from the University of Melbourne, you must meet the following PTV criteria for 2026:
- Status: You must be an international student.
- Enrolment: You must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course (Bachelor degree or Associate degree) OR a specific higher education diploma.
- Note for Postgrads: Most Masters and PhD students remain ineligible for this specific 50% pass unless they hold a valid Health Care Card.
Step 2: Generate the Code via the UniMelb Portal
Unlike some universities that require you to visit a desk, UniMelb uses a dedicated automated portal:
- Log in to the UniMelb International Student Travel Pass Portal using your student credentials.
- The system will automatically verify your enrolment status and eligibility against your student record.
- If eligible, your unique discount code will be displayed on the screen and sent to your student email.
Step 3: Buy Your Pass on the PTV Website
Once you have the code, you don’t use it in the App Store or at a train station.
- Go to the PTV International Student Travel Pass website.
- Create an account or log in.
- Enter your UniMelb code when prompted.
- Choose your pass duration (90, 180, or 365 days).
- Pay the discounted fare. Your pass will be sent to you as a physical myki card or a digital pass for your phone.
Avoid These Common Mistakes
The “Over-18” Requirement
If you are an international student under 18, the process is slightly different as you may already be eligible for a Child Concession. Ensure your birthdate is correct in the UniMelb system before generating a code.
The “Full-Year” Calculation
The 365-day pass offers the best value. In 2026, if you live in Zone 1+2, the discounted annual pass costs approximately $1,100, saving you nearly $1,123 compared to daily full-fare caps.
Wait for Your Enrolment to “Settle”
If you have just changed your enrolment from part-time to full-time, wait 24–48 hours for the University systems to sync before attempting to generate your code, or the portal may show you as “Ineligible.”
