A study-based route requiring admission to an eligible education provider.
Route overview
Student visa (subclass 500)
Typical timeline / duration: Stay generally up to 5 years in line with enrolment.
Important notes
Apply online; must be enrolled in course and hold Confirmation of Enrolment when decided; meet Genuine Student requirement, English and health/character requirements, and welfare arrangements if under 18.
Must have adequate health insurance (OSHC) and meet financial capacity/evidence requirements where requested.
Student visa subclass 500 for study in Australia; the education provider and course determine the supporting documents.
Work is restricted by student-visa conditions and current hour limits; cannot be presented as general work visa.