The Subclass 500 Student Visa allows international students to study full-time at a recognised educational institution in Australia. It permits a stay of up to 5 years, depending on the duration of your course.  

To be eligible, you must:

Be enrolled in a full-time course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

Provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

Meet English language proficiency requirements.

Have adequate health insurance (Overseas Student Health Cover - OSHC).

Demonstrate sufficient financial capacity.

Satisfy the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

Meet health and character requirements.

The GS requirement assesses whether you genuinely intend to stay in Australia temporarily for the purpose of study. Factors considered include your immigration history, circumstances in your home country, and the value of the course to your future.  

Accepted tests and minimum scores:

IELTS: Overall score of 5.5.

TOEFL iBT: Score of 46.

PTE Academic: Score of 42.

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Score of 162.

Occupational English Test (OET): B for each test component.

Note: Some institutions may have higher requirements depending on the course you choose.

Yes, exemptions apply if you:

Are a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, or Ireland.

Have completed at least five years of study in English in certain countries.

Have completed certain qualifications in Australia.

Check the Department of Home Affairs website for detailed criteria.

OSHC is mandatory health insurance for international students. It covers medical and hospital care,  and must be maintained for the duration of your stay in Australia.  

Yes, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during your course and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.  

Yes, you can include your spouse or de facto partner and dependent children in your application. They must meet health and character requirements and have adequate health insurance.  

1. Choose a course and institution.

2. Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

3. Gather required documents (e.g., passport, financial evidence, English proficiency).

4. Apply online through Immi Account.

5. Pay the visa application fee.

6. Attend a health examination if required.

7. Await a decision.

Processing times vary, but most applications are processed within 4 to 6 weeks. It's advisable to apply well in advance of your course start date.  

After completing your studies, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), which allows you to work in Australia temporarily. The duration depends on your qualification level. Studies in Australia 

Yes, but you must meet certain conditions and inform the Department of Home Affairs. Changing courses or institutions may affect your visa, so seek advice before making changes.