Student Visa (500)
The student visa allows prospective students to stay in Australia and study full-time in a recognised education institution.
How do I get this visa?
Since this is a highly popular visa subclass, there are several requirements for it. For instance, before you can apply, you must have been accepted as an international student to study full-time at an Australian educational institution.
Also, you must:
- Be enrolled in a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
- Meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement and satisfy the visa officer that you have a genuine intention to stay in Australia temporarily.
- Provide evidence of your proficiency in the English Language with your visa application.
- Be financially capable of paying for your course fees, as well as your living and travel costs while in Australia.
- Meet the Australian government’s health and character requirements.
Are there any other conditions?
- If you are under 18, you must have the necessary welfare arrangements set up while in Australia.
- If you are applying from outside Australia, you need to include your Confirmation of Enrolment for the courses you will study while in Australia.
- If you are applying from within Australia, you must hold a valid temporary substantive visa.
What is the application process?
After you have gathered all the necessary documents, you must apply for this visa online. You can apply while you are in Australia, or from outside the country.
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What are the features and benefits of this visa?
The subclass 500 is a temporary visa, and lasts for the duration of your studies, with a maximum validity period of five years.
- It allows you to study a CRICOS registered full-time course in Australia.
- You can have eligible family members accompany you to Australia with this visa.
- You can work as well as study in Australia while you have this visa.
