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Studying in Australia won’t be a dream anymore. The Student Visa 500 makes your dream of studying in Australia a reality. The student visa 500 allows you to study in Australia for up to six years, according to the length of the course, paving the way to world-class education and unforgettable experiences. Navigating the Student Visa 500 application process may seem overwhelming, but Parish Patience will be here for you. Book an appointment today and take the first step toward your future in Australia!
If you are planning to study in Australia, the Student Visa 500 allows you to do that. Secure your future by gaining access to world-class education and potential work opportunities in Australia.
You can stay up to five years, depending on your course. The application for the Student Visa 500 starts from AUD 1,600, but some exemptions may apply. Work rights last up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session.
To apply, you need a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) from an Australian institution. It doesn’t matter whether you are onshore or offshore; you can submit your application online through ImmiAccount. Make sure you also have Overseas Student Health Cover as well as proper welfare arrangements if you are under 18.
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Applicants must be 6 years of age or older under this student visa, except for enrollees under the secondary school student exchange program
Applicants must submit and secure a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter as evidence of enrolment in the chosen course of study. For applicants enrolling in more than one course, COEs for each program must be submitted and indicated in the visa application.
Adequate welfare arrangements are required for student applicants who are under the age of 18. This means the students must demonstrate that they are being taken care of by a parent, guardian, or family relative until they become of legal age.
Unless you’re a passport holder from countries like Canada, the United States, or the United Kingdom, or have completed at least five years of education in New Zealand or South Africa, you are required to have undergone and passed an English language test.
Proficiency tests like the IELTS or its equivalent.
Applicants must prove that they can shoulder the living costs and expenses in Australia in order to continue their studies here and, at the same time, indicate their intention to return to their home country after completing their studies.
Applicants must prove that they are of good moral character and do not have any history of crimes or delinquency. In addition, candidates must also submit a document duly signed by a qualified healthcare professional who can confirm that the applicant has undergone health tests and that he/she does not have any serious ailments.
The rules have changed. What used to be the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement is now the Genuine Student (GS) requirement, introduced under Ministerial Direction No. 106.
Here’s what’s actually different: the old GTE framework expected you to prove you’d pack up and leave once your studies wrapped up. The new Genuine Student criterion takes a more realistic view; it acknowledges that students often pick up valuable skills along the way, and it’s only natural that some will want to stay and build a future in Australia. That said, one thing hasn’t changed: your reason for coming to Australia still has to be genuinely about getting an education, first and foremost.
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Unless exempted, fees for a student visa are A$25,00.00, according to the Department of Home Affairs. Processing times, meanwhile, vary on a case-by-case basis. Here’s an example of a Student Visa (subclass 500 processing time:
Starting January 1, 2025, the Department of Home Affairs will no longer accept a Letter of Offer as proof of enrolment. Rather, you should provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) when you apply for a Student Visa 500.
This change is to ensure that students are fully committed to their educational provider. It is also to ensure alignment of onshore and offshore student visa application requirements. More importantly, it aims to provide more certainty for Australia’s international education system.
Without a COE, your application will be considered invalid and won’t be processed. You also won’t receive a bridging visa if your current visa expires. Because of this, you might need to explore other visa options or, in the worst-case scenario, you may need to leave Australia.
This new policy is applicable to anyone applying onshore for a Student Visa 500 from January 1, 2025, onwards. But if you have applied before the said date with a Letter of Offer, the good news is your application is still valid!
If you’re a student or a parent applying on your child’s behalf, you need the expert assistance of immigration law experts and student visa specialists. Here’s how hiring an immigration lawyer or registered agent can help you with your visa application:
Contacting a lawyer is important to help you better understand the requirements, qualifications, and general criteria for applying for a student subclass 500 visa. At Parish Patience, one of our top consultants will get to know you, attentively listen to your concerns, and provide advice on your next best legal steps.
Once you’re ready, your migration lawyer will conduct a full eligibility assessment to determine whether you 100% qualify for a student visa grant, or may otherwise need to work on a specific requirement that needs more supporting evidence to give you better chances of having your student visa granted.
After all the assessments are undertaken, your student visa lawyer will help you prepare all the important documents and supporting evidence to guarantee your student visa application approval. This will make sure that you will not be refused a visa based on missing or incorrect documents submitted.
Your migration agent will lodge the application on your behalf. At Parish Patience, we will give you 100% assurance that your application is taken care of, which means that all you need to do at this point is relax and wait for the likely positive result.
After your visa grant, your migration agent shall remain in touch with you as needed. This means guiding you through the post-application process and informing you of any guidelines and compliance requirements to remain a lawful student visa holder throughout your stay in the country.
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With over 135 years in law practice, you can trust Parish Patience and our team of excellent immigration lawyers to handle your student visa application. Whether you’re applying inside or outside Australia, we can help you better understand the intricacies of immigration law through our combined expertise and experience. Schedule a meeting with a Parish Patience lawyer today to get started!
Do you have some more specific questions about student visa requirements to Australia? Here are some
of the most common ones alongside our responses.
First, you should provide financial proof to cover tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and personal expenses. You can check with the Department of Home Affairs regarding updates on minimum financial requirements.
Yes, you can switch courses or universities after getting your Visa. However, there are rules to be followed before making changes to your visa. You might also need to apply for a new Student Visa (subclass 500 if you want to shift into a lower-level course or a different university.
Yes, you can bring your family, including your spouse/partner and dependent children included, on a Student Visa. However, make sure they meet the requirements needed before being granted the visa.
In the case that your visa is refused, you should receive a letter explaining the reason for rejection and whether it is possible to appeal the decision. If eligible for an appeal, you can apply for a review with the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) or consider reapplying, but make your application stronger.
