AustLit is freely available on site and remotely to all registered users of the National Library of Australia and Australian State Libraries. Registration is free and instructions for registering are available on individual library websites. AustLit is available to students and staff of all Australian universities and to patrons of a number of local public libraries. AustLit is also available by annual subscription to institutions and individuals under a range of pricing strategies. AustLit does not currently offer pay-per-view access.

Please note that if you are a student at an Australian university AustLit should be available through your Library catalogue. Check with your friendly reference librarians for details and further assistance.

All subscription enquiries, and enquiries for access by individuals, special libraries and consortia, should be directed to info-austlit@austlit.edu.au.