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Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Study Full-Time in Australia
The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to live and study full-time at an accredited Australian educational institution. Whether you’re pursuing a university degree, vocational training, or an English language course, this visa provides access to world-class education and the opportunity to work part-time while studying.
Key Benefits of the Student Visa 500
Study at Leading Institutions
Enrol in CRICOS-registered courses including higher education, VET, ELICOS, primary/secondary school, and postgraduate research
Work While Studying
Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited hours during course breaks
Bring Your Family
Include your partner and dependent children in your visa application
Stay for the Duration of Your Course
Visa validity aligns with your course length, up to 5 years
Multiple Entry
Travel in and out of Australia freely while your visa is valid
Pathway to Graduate and PR Visas
Eligible students may transition to the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) or skilled migration pathways
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Subclass 500 Student Visa, you must meet the following requirements:
01
Enrolment in a Registered Course
You must have a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS-registered institution
02
Genuine Student Requirement (GSR)
You must demonstrate that your intention to study in Australia is genuine and temporary.
03
Financial Capacity
Show evidence of funds to cover:
Tuition fees
Living expenses (minimum AUD $24,505–$29,710/year depending on your situation)
Travel costs
04
English Language Proficiency
Provide test scores from IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or equivalent unless exempt
05
Health & Character Requirements
Complete a medical examination and provide a police clearance certificate
05
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Maintain valid OSHC for the entire duration of your stay.
Visa Conditions
Maintain Enrolment
Stay enrolled in a full-time CRICOS-registered course
Meet Academic Progress
Maintain satisfactory attendance and course progression
Work Limitations
Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. Unlimited work is allowed during official breaks
Health Insurance
Maintain OSHC throughout your stay
Notify Address Changes
Inform your education provider of your residential address within 7 days of arrival
No Overstay
You must leave Australia or apply for another visa before your current visa expires
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You can stay for the duration of your course, plus additional time depending on course length.
Yes, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited hours during breaks..
Yes, you can include your partner and dependent children in your visa application.
Yes, you must maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire visa duration.
Yes, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) or other skilled migration pathways.
As of July 2025, the fee starts from AUD $2,000 per applicant.
Yes, but only if you're not holding certain visas like Visitor or Temporary Graduate. Otherwise, you must apply from offshore.
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