Student Visa (500)

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.