Students registering in an AU course may request a Student Identification Card that confirms the name, identification number, and the academic year in which the card was produced. Students are issued one card and can update the card in subsequent years by requesting a date sticker from the Office of the Registrar or the Learning Centres.

Whenever possible, photo ID cards are issued using a photograph taken by AU staff. When this is not possible, students may supply AU with either a digital photo and a copy of their driver's license, or a passport photo, the back of which must be signed and dated by a suitable guarantor.