Student Visa (500)

The Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) permits international students to study full-time in a registered course in Australia. It covers all education levels from primary school to doctoral programs, including language courses, Vocational Education and Training (VET), and higher education. Holders can legally study in Australia and are typically allowed to work up to a certain number of hours per fortnight (specific limits subject to official updates). After course completion, graduates may apply for a Temporary Graduate Visa. The visa validity generally aligns with the course duration and may include additional stay periods. Applicants must meet the Genuine Student Requirement, demonstrating genuine study intentions, and have sufficient funds to cover tuition, living expenses, and costs for accompanying family members.

• Enrolled in a registered Australian education institution and have a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• Meet the Genuine Student Requirement, proving genuine study intentions
• Have sufficient funds to cover tuition, living expenses, travel, and costs for accompanying family members (specific amounts subject to official updates)
• Meet English language proficiency requirements for the course (usually IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
• Meet health requirements; may need a medical examination
• Meet character requirements; provide police clearance certificates
• Purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Age, educational background, etc., must meet course entry requirements

1. Choose a course and institution: Ensure the institution is a CRICOS-registered education provider and obtain an offer letter.
2. Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit; the institution issues the CoE.
3. Prepare application documents: Include passport, CoE, financial evidence, English test results, health insurance, personal statement, etc.
4. Submit visa application online: Complete the application form and upload documents via the Australian Department of Home Affairs ImmiAccount system.
5. Pay the visa application fee (specific amount subject to official updates).
6. Wait for processing: You may be asked to provide additional documents or attend an interview.
7. Receive visa outcome: If approved, you will receive a visa grant notice confirming visa conditions and validity.

• Prepare financial evidence early to cover tuition and living expenses, avoiding rejection due to insufficient funds.
• Honestly state your study intentions, avoid expressions of migration intent, and emphasize your return plan.
• Choose a CRICOS-registered course to ensure visa compliance.
• Purchase OSHC in advance; the insurance must cover the entire visa period.
• Pay attention to visa conditions, such as work limitations and course attendance requirements.
• Application documents must be translated into English and notarized.
• If you have been previously refused a visa, declare it truthfully and provide an explanation.