Student Visa (Subclass 500)
The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to study full-time at an accredited educational institution in Australia. Applicants must be enrolled in a CRICOS-registered course to be eligible for this visa. In addition to pursuing academic studies, students can work part-time during their studies, travel in and out of Australia, and experience life in a new country whilegaining a world-class education.
REQUIRED:
Enrollment in a Registered Course of Study
To be eligible for this visa, applicants must be enrolled in a course of study registered with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). This ensures that the course meets the necessary quality andstandards required for international students.
Financial Capacity
Applicants must provide proof of their financial capacity to cover their tuition fees, living expenses, and the costs for any accompanying family members. This ensures the student has sufficient funds to support their studies and stay in Australia.Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). This ensures that the course meets the necessary quality andstandards required for international students.
English Proficiency
Students must provide evidence of their English language proficiency during the visa application process. Failure to provide this evidence can result in visa refusal. This ensures that students have the language skills needed to succeed academically andintegrate into Australian society.
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Requirement
The GTE requirement ensures that students are genuinely coming to Australia for study purposes and not to remain in Australia permanently. Applicants must demonstrate their intentions to study in good faith and return to their home country after their course completion.Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). This ensures that the course meets the necessary quality andstandards required for international students.
Health and Character Requirements
As part of the application process, students must undergo a health examination, which may take a few weeks to complete. As part of the application process, students must undergo a health examination, which may take a few weeks to complete. Applicants will also need to answer character-related questions, which will be assessed to ensure they meet Australia’s healthand character standards.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Applicants are required to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before arriving in Australia. This health insurance will cover medical expenses for students during their stay in Australia and must be arranged a week prior to arrival.evidence can result in visa refusal. This ensures that students have the language skills needed to succeed academically andintegrate into Australian society.
What You Can Do With This Visa
Study Applicants can enrol in a full-time course at an institution listed on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions andCourses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Work Students may work part-time during the semester and full-time during breaks. No work-hour restrictions exist for thosestudying for a master’s degree through research or a doctoral program.
Travel You can travel in and out of Australia while your visa is valid, allowing you to explore beyond your studies
Include your Family Applicants can include family members—such as a partner and dependent children under 18—on the
same visa application.
If you do not do this, your family members will not be eligible for a student visa to join you in Australia, or they can apply separately later as subsequent entrants. Students must have sufficient financial resources to support their family members while living in Australia, both during their
studies and for any future needs, such as the birth of a child.
Application Process
Applicant scan apply for the visa from inside or outside Australia. If you are already in Australia, you must hold an eligiblevisa to apply for the Student Visa.
You will need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your institution for the course you plan to study.
Duration of Stay
The duration of your visa depends on your course length and level of study, with most students granted a stay of 1 to 5years. Primary school children enrolling in Years 1–4 are typically granted a visa for up to three years
If your visa expires before you finish your studies, you may be eligible for a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) or Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) to extend your stay.
Your Responsibilities
As a Student Visa holder, you must remain enrolled in your course, attend classes regularly, and meet the visa requirements, including the work hour limitations.Complying with Australian laws is important, and if your family members are included in your application, they will need tomeet the same obligations.Travel and Visa Label
This visa allows you to travel freely in and out of Australia as long as it’s valid.Your visa will be electronically linked to your passport, and you will not need a physical visa label.
Ready to begin your journey in Australia? Let us guide you through the application process and ensure you meet all requirements for a smooth start to your educational adventure.