The Student visa program provides international students with the opportunity to study in Australia at all levels of education, including primary, secondary, tertiary, postgraduate, vocational and non-award courses.
STUDENT VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to apply for a student Visa, applicant is required to:
Be enrolled in a registered program
Have adequate English language ability
Have financial means to support themselves; and
Have overseas student health insurance cover for the duration of their stay in Australia
Applicants under the age of 18 must also demonstrate that they have:
Parental permission to study in Australia; and
Suitable arrangements for their accommodation, support and general welfare.
Student Visa Entitlements
An Australian student visa is a temporary Visa Valid for the duration of the proposed course of study. Successful who meet the minimum age for employment (which differs in each state and territory) may also be permitted to work in Australia.
Government Fees and Processing Time
Application fee
AUD $575
Partner Application Fee
AUD $420
Dependents Application Fee
Additional applicant over 18 is AUD $420. Child under 18 is AUD $140
Processing time
12 to 36 months
*All fees and processing times are obtained from government source.