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Visa Eligibility & Requirements
– Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS-registered education provider is mandatory.
– Meet Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements.
– Hold sufficient funds to cover tuition, living expenses, travel.
– Meet English language proficiency requirements (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE etc.).
– Must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
– Provide evidence of good character and health.
🔗 Student Visa Eligibility (Subclass 500) -
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Statement
– You must convince the Department of Home Affairs that you intend to stay temporarily for study.
– This includes your study goals, ties to your home country, and how the course fits your future plans.
🔗 GTE Guidelines -
Proof of Financial Capacity
– You may need to show:
• Bank statements
• Evidence of financial support from parents or sponsor
• Scholarship offers
🔗 Financial Requirements -
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
– You must purchase OSHC for the entire intended stay before applying.
– OSHC is offered by Australian-approved insurers.
🔗 OSHC Information -
Required Documents
– Passport bio page
– CoE(s)
– GTE statement
– Proof of funds
– English test results
– OSHC policy number
– Academic transcripts
– Birth certificate and any identity documents
🔗 Document Checklist Tool -
Visa Processing Times
– Varies based on country and sector
– Typically ranges from 1 to 3 months
🔗 Student Visa Processing Times -
Work Conditions
– You can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study terms.
– Unlimited hours during term breaks.
🔗 Work Conditions for Student Visa Holders -
Visa Conditions
– Attend classes and progress academically.
– Maintain OSHC.
– Notify your education provider of address changes.
– Don’t overstay or breach visa conditions.
🔗 Visa Conditions Tool -
Bringing Family
– You can bring dependents (spouse and children) but must declare them in your application and show additional financial capacity.
🔗 Including Family in Student Visa -
After Graduation
– You may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) to stay and work in Australia after finishing studies.
🔗 Temporary Graduate Visa Info -
Who Can Help
– Education agents (must be reputable and preferably MARA registered).
– Migration agents for complex applications.
🔗 Find a Registered Migration Agent