Subclass 500
Student
Important
Description
The Subclass 500 Student Visa allows international students to study full-time at an approved Australian educational institution. It also enables students to work part-time during their studies and provides a pathway for further visa opportunities, including post-study work visas.
Student/Graduate
TR
Visa Class TU
Requirements
The next step in applying for your subclass 500 Student visa is fulfilling all of the eligibility requirements. There are quite a few and you are going to have to be diligent and organised when going through the application process. The entry requirements for the subclass 500 Student visa are:
- be 6 years or older
- apply online in or outside Australia
- be enrolled in a course of study in Australia
- hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), or fall in one of the exemption categories
- prove you have a welfare arrangement, if you are under 18
- Can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying (with unlimited work hours during designated breaks).
Process/Steps
Check Your Eligibility
- Confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Subclass 500 visa.
- Ensure you have an offer to study in an eligible Australian education provider.
- Verify that you meet the financial requirements to support yourself during your stay.
- Check that you have adequate health insurance for the duration of your study.
English Test
- If English language proficiency is not a part of your previous academic qualifications, you may need to sit for an English language test.
- Common tests accepted include IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE Academic.
- Make sure to achieve the required score as specified by your course provider or visa requirements.
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect system if applicable.
- This step is required for applicants seeking to combine their studies with skilled migration options.
- Make sure your EOI includes the correct details about your qualifications and skills.
Receive an Invitation to Apply
- After submitting your EOI, you may receive an invitation to apply for your visa.
- Once invited, you will have a specified period to submit your visa application.
Gather Your Documents
Prepare all necessary documents required for the visa application, including:
- Proof of identity
- Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) from an Australian institution
- English language proficiency results
- Financial statements to prove your ability to support yourself
- Health insurance documentation
- Police clearance certificates (if applicable)
Health and Character Checks
- Undergo health checks with an approved panel doctor to meet health requirements.
- Submit police clearance certificates from your home country or countries where you have lived for a long period.
- Complete the required character assessments to demonstrate that you meet Australian standards.
Await Visa Processing
- Once your visa application has been submitted, it will be processed by the Department of Home Affairs.
- Visa processing times vary depending on the complexity of the case and the volume of applications.
Visa Grant
- Once your visa is granted, you will receive notification of the outcome.
- You may be required to abide by specific conditions related to your studies and stay in Australia.
