Student and Graduate Visas

500 STUDENT VISA

A student visa will allow you to come to Australia and study an accredited course while being able to work.

Access to education: Access to educational opportunities and resources that may not be available in your home country.
Career opportunities: Enhance your resume and open new career opportunities.
Language skills: Living in Australia and attending classes in another language can help you improve your fluency in English.
Cultural experience: Experience a new culture and way of life, which will be an enriching and transformative.
Networking: Opportunity to meet individuals from diverse backgrounds, including professors, classmates, and professionals in their field, which can lead to valuable networking opportunities.
Personal growth: Life-changing experience that promotes personal growth, independence, and self-discovery.
Travel: Graduates can travel in and out of Australia, to explore other countries in the region or visit your home country.

The Immigration Department fees for a 500 Student visa are:

$1600 for the main applicant

$1190 for an additional applicant over 18

$390 for an additional applicant under 18

Be enrolled in an accredited course and provide a Confirmation of Enrolment letter.
Be over the age of 6, and make welfare arrangements if under 18 years of age.
Arrange overseas health cover.
Conduct a health check.
Have enough money to support your stay.
Obtain an Australian police check.
Study English unless you have an approved English test score proving you have competent English unless you are exempt.

A temporary graduate visa will allow you to work in a nominated occupation to gain work experience.

Work experience: Work in Australia for up to 5 years.
Eligibility for permanent residency: The 485 visa will help graduates meet the eligibility criteria for permanent residency in Australia through the skilled migration program.
Improved language skills: Continuing to live and work in Australia after graduation will help improve your English language skills, which will be beneficial for future employment.
Cultural experience: Continue your cultural experience in Australia, enabling you to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the country and its people.
Networking: Opportunity to network with professionals in their field, potentially leading to valuable job opportunities and business connections.
Travel: Travel in and out of Australia, to explore other countries in the region or visit your home country.

The Immigration Department fees for a 485 Student visa are:

$1945 for the main applicant

$975 for an additional applicant over 18

$490 for an additional applicant under 18

Have held a student visa in the last 6 months.
Be 35 years of age or under.
Arrange overseas health insurance.
Conduct a health check.
Have a qualification specified on the Skilled Occupation List.
Have a skill assessment in your nominated occupation (depends on the occupation and stream)
Obtain an Australian police check.
Have a competent level of English.