Student Visa

Australia Student Visa - Visa Documents Requirements & Fees

Explore the key document requirements and fees for an Australian Student Visa

Australia is a popular study destination for international students, offering world-class education and diverse cultural experiences. Studying in Australia can provide access to top-ranked universities, a wide range of academic programs, and opportunities for post-graduation employment. With a high standard of living, welcoming communities, and stunning natural scenery, Australia offers a unique and rewarding study experience for students from around the globe.

The Australian Government provides an opportunity to all Indian students to study in the country but as a prerequisite, you’ll have to obtain an Australian student visa first to enter the country and start your studies. The visa you need will depend on the course level, the type of study you want to pursue, and the duration of the program. As an international student, you would require a student (subclass 500) visa, regardless of your field of study, the university you applied to, and the tuition fees..

Student visa (subclass 500)

Coming into effect on July 1, 2016, a student subclass 500 visa lets you stay in Australia for the duration of your study program, which is mostly up to five years and in line with your enrolment date. For a smooth stay, you need to ensure that your visa remains valid and that you abide by the Australian student visa conditions mentioned on your student visa. You can read up in detail about this kind of visa on the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website

Types of study covered

The Student (subclass 500) visa permits you to pursue a wide range of study options, including:

  • Higher education
  • Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This visa allows you to

Study A course at an Australian education provider
Include Family In your application including your partner child or partner's child
Stay In Australia for the duration of your course (maximum five years) and travel in and out of Australia
Work Up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course of study is in session. Students who have started a master's degree by research or Doctoral degree have no work hour limits

Scope of your subclass 500 visa

  • You can enrol in your desired study program and university
  • You can be accompanied by your family members to Australia
  • Dependents can apply for a dependent visa to seek permission to travel with the main applicant
  • Simple and streamlined visa requirement for all students
  • You can apply in or outside Australia through an online portal

Basic checks before you apply Australia student visa

  • You should be enrolled in your desired study program in Australia
  • You should hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) or for the duration of your program
  • You must be equal to or more than 6 years of age
  • An evidence of welfare arrangement done in Australia (in case you are less than 18 years of age)