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Australia Student Visa

Complete guide to studying in Australia. Get detailed information about requirements, fees, and the application process.

Student Visa (Subclass 500)

📋 Required Documents

Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) from an Australian educational institution
Proof of financial capacity
Valid passport
Genuine Student (GS) requirement
Evidence of health insurance

⏱️ Processing Time

Processing times vary greatly depending on the sector of study and the country of application. It can range from weeks to several months.

Average processing time for student visa applications

💰 Visa Fees

The base application fee is $710 AUD.

Current student visa application fee

💼 Work During Study

Students are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight.

🏛️ Immigration Authority

Australian Department of Home Affairs

🔗 Official Links

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500

📝 Eligibility Summary

Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) from a registered course, proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs, and meet Genuine Student (GS) criteria.

📅 Visa Validity

Issued for the duration of the course, up to five years.

🎓 Post-Study Options

Graduates may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia for a specified period.

🏠 Path to Permanent Residency

The Temporary Graduate visa can be a pathway to various skilled visa options, such as the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) or the Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186).