Student Visa 500
The Student visa allows international students to undertake full-time education and training in Australia. This visa enables a student to stay in Australia for the duration of the relevant course. The student must enrol, or in some cases have a letter of offer, with an Australian education provider before lodging a visa application.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled in a full time course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and obtain written confirmation of this enrolment (predominantly on-line courses are not eligible)
- Genuinely intend to complete the relevant period of study in Australia
- Make welfare arrangements if you are under 18 years
- Have the required level of English language proficiency unless exempt
- Have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the period of your intended stay in Australia
- Have access to sufficient funds to cover your return airfares, tuition fees and the cost of living in Australia, as well as costs required for any dependents included in your application
- Be a genuine temporary entrant
- Meet health and character requirements