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Which AI student discounts work in Australia?
The one that clearly works is Google AI Plus, free for eligible Australian university students until 31 December 2026. The US-only Google AI Pro tier does not apply here. The catalogue's Google Gemini student card ($240) shows where each Google deal applies.
That card shows who qualifies and how to claim, so you do not have to piece it together from several Google pages. AI Perks also tracks more student offers beyond Google, and the cards below show what each one is worth in dollars.
Google announced its 2026 student offer on 19 August 2026 as a free year of a Google AI plan for eligible college students. The catch is that the plan you get depends on where you live. Australia gets the AI Plus tier, not the bigger US one.
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ChatGPT $80
Eligible for early-stage startups
Google Gemini $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
GitHub Up to $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
What does the Australian Google AI Plus student offer include?
Google's Australian student page lists the plan contents plainly. It includes 2× higher usage limits, 400 GB of cloud storage, access to Gemini Omni, and unlimited uploads for Study Notebooks, Visuals and Live. The page also mentions video generation with Gemini Omni.
Two practical details matter before you start. A valid form of payment is needed at sign-up, and the offer has to be redeemed by 31 December 2026. As of 2 November 2026, that leaves less than two months.
Both new users and students whose 2025 AI Pro trial has lapsed can qualify. Access has to be verified again each year, so do not treat it as a one-off switch.
You can see the current terms on the Google Gemini student card, which is the place to confirm whether you qualify before you start.
Which student offers are US-only and do not apply in Australia?
The bigger tier is American. Google's global terms say the one-year AI Pro student plan is for eligible students in the U.S. only. An Australian outlet described it as one year of Google AI Pro with Gemini Spark, increased usage limits and 5 TB of storage for US college students.
If you are in Australia, ignore headlines about free AI Pro. You get the AI Plus tier instead, and the figures differ.
| Offer | Where it applies | Storage | Price after the trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AI Plus student (Australian page) | Australia | 400 GB | $7.99/month |
| Google AI Plus student (global footnote) | Over 140 markets, excluding the U.S., Bolivia, Albania, Canada, Macau, Hong Kong and Tunisia | 400 GB | $4.99/month or local equivalent |
| Google AI Pro student | U.S. only | 5 TB | $19.99/month |
Australia is not on the excluded list, which is why the AI Plus offer reaches you. The AI Pro row is the one to skip.
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ChatGPT $80
Eligible for early-stage startups
Google Gemini $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
GitHub Up to $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
Why do Google's prices and age rules differ between pages?
Because the Australian page and the global terms do not match. Google's Australian page shows $7.99/month after the trial, while the global footnote says $4.99/month or a local equivalent. Google Australia's Instagram promo repeats the $7.99 figure and adds that select countries and languages apply.
The age rules differ too. Google's Australian page states one age threshold, while the legal terms modified on 4 August 2026 state a lower one. The safe approach is to follow the age requirement shown for your own country rather than assume one global rule.
AI Plus being available in a country also does not guarantee identical student pricing. Treat the Australian page as the one that governs you, and note the renewal price before you accept. Unless you cancel, Google AI Plus charges automatically after the trial ends, and you can cancel at any time.
There is an older Google Australia post too, which offered Australian students a 12-month Gemini Pro plan for free. That was the earlier version of the deal, so check which plan the card currently shows rather than relying on it.
Is there a student bundle with AI Pro and YouTube Premium?
Sometimes, but only in select markets. Google describes separate student offers on the Google AI Pro plan, which may include a discounted bundle with a YouTube Premium individual subscription. Whether your market is one of them is not something to assume.
The bundle terms add a few points worth knowing:
- Verification runs through SheerID at sign-up.
- It is valid for up to 4 years and may renew at the standard monthly price once student status ends.
- It is not available on school-issued accounts.
An Australian outlet also reported that students outside the U.S. get AI Plus free, alongside bundled discounts on AI Pro and YouTube Premium. Treat the bundle as a bonus to check, not a given. Our Gemini student offer guide covers the Pro side in more detail.
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ChatGPT $80
Eligible for early-stage startups
Google Gemini $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
GitHub Up to $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
Which student perks can Australian students open from the catalogue?
Google is not the only name worth a look. The catalogue lists student and education perks from several companies, each with its own card. The amounts below come straight from the catalogue.
| Company | Free credits | How to get |
|---|---|---|
| Google Gemini (students) | $240 | Get this perk |
| Perplexity (education) | $84 | Get this perk |
| Notion (education) | $120 | Get this perk |
| ElevenLabs (students) | $165 | Get this perk |
| GitHub (students) | Up to $120 | Get this perk |
Total: $240 + $84 + $120 + $165 + $120 = $729 at the maximum, counting GitHub at its upper amount.
Each card shows who qualifies and how to claim. Because eligibility can vary by country, open the card for the perk you want and check it against your own situation. For a wider comparison, see Free AI Credits for Students 2026 and the full AI student discount list.
How do you claim an AI student perk in Australia, step by step?
Step 1: Get credits via AI Perks. Open getaiperks.com, browse the student and education perks, and pick the card that matches the tool you need.
Step 2: Read the card. It shows who qualifies and how to claim. Start with the Google Gemini card if you want the AI Plus plan, since the Australian window closes on 31 December 2026.
Step 3: Check your own country and account. Offers can differ by market, so confirm that the offer applies to your country and your specific Google account before you commit.
Step 4: Review the renewal price. Note what the plan charges once the trial ends. On the Australian page, that is $7.99/month unless you cancel.
Step 5: Set a reminder. Put the cancel date in your calendar, and remember that access has to be verified again each year.
If you are choosing tools by study task rather than by offer, Free AI for Students 2026 sorts them that way.
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Apply directly through these verified programs.
ChatGPT $80
Eligible for early-stage startups
Google Gemini $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
GitHub Up to $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
FAQ
Is there a free AI plan for students in Australia?
Yes. Google's Australian page offers a free AI Plus student plan to eligible university students. It includes 2× usage limits and 400 GB of storage. The Google Gemini card shows who qualifies and how to claim.
Can Australian students get Google AI Pro free?
No, not through the main student offer. Google's global terms limit the one-year free AI Pro plan to eligible students in the U.S. only. Australian students get AI Plus instead. Separate AI Pro bundle discounts exist only in select markets, so check the card for what applies to you.
How much does Google AI Plus cost after the free period?
The Australian page says Google AI Plus automatically charges $7.99/month after the trial ends unless you cancel earlier. Google's global footnote gives $4.99/month or a local equivalent, so the figures differ. Use the price on your own country's page, and see the full catalogue at getaiperks.com.
What is the deadline for the Australian student offer?
The offer must be redeemed by 31 December 2026. As of 2 November 2026, that is less than two months away. A valid payment method is also required at sign-up, so have one ready before you start.
Do I have to verify my student status every year?
Google's Australian page says eligibility must be verified each year to maintain access. Verification for Google offers runs through SheerID. For the exact steps and what counts as proof, open the relevant card at getaiperks.com rather than relying on a third-party summary.
Are other AI student perks available besides Google's?
Yes. The catalogue lists student and education perks from Perplexity ($84), Notion ($120), ElevenLabs ($165) and GitHub (up to $120), alongside Google Gemini at $240. Open the Perplexity education card to see how one of them works.
Get your student perk before 31 December 2026
The Australian Google offer has a firm end date, and the cards show who qualifies and how to claim. AI Perks tracks more student offers than the ones covered here, all with amounts you can compare in one place.
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