Student Visa for Australia
Embark on your academic journey in Australia with ACME Consultants for Migration and Education, where your educational aspirations take precedence.
Application Steps:
1st Step : Choose your desired course, preferred state, and the college or university of your choice.
2nd Step : Apply for admission, recognizing that securing a place in top Australian institutes can be competitive based on your circumstances.
ACME Consultants for Migration and Education specialize in facilitating the process for obtaining a Student visa (subclass 500). This visa allows you to study and work part-time, providing invaluable experience. Enjoy unlimited travel rights in and out of Australia during the visa period. While studying, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session and full-time during breaks. The visa duration depends on the type and length of your course. You cannot extend this visa; you must apply for a new Student visa, which most applicants must lodge from outside Australia.
Types of Courses You Can Apply for:
- Primary and secondary schooling: Year 1 -12
- English Courses (General English, ELICOS, etc.)
- Vocational Courses: Certificate and diploma courses in various fields
- Higher Education courses: Bachelor’s Degree, Master, and PhD programs
From 2 October 2026, most Student visa applicants cannot include family members, and family members cannot be added after the visa is granted. Family can be included at the time of application only if you meet an exemption. Always disclose all family members to avoid visa refusal.
Student Visa Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant must be at least 6 years old
- Apply from outside Australia, unless you hold an eligible visa and meet an exemption that allows you to apply in Australia
- Meet the Genuine Student requirement
- Enroll in a full-time registered course, providing Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) with the application
- Maintain adequate health insurance for the entire stay
- Gap between two package courses must be less than two calendar months (a longer gap is allowed if the first course ends at the end of the academic year and the next starts at the start of the next one)
- Adequate welfare arrangements required for minors (under 18 years old)
- Demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency
- Financial capacity criteria must be met
Exemptions from English test:
- Passport holder of an English-speaking country
- Foreign Affairs or Defence sponsored or exchange student
- Studying only English or ELICOS in Australia
- Studied for 5 years in an English-speaking country
- Completed Year 12 or a substantial part of Certificate IV or higher in Australia, within the 2 years before you apply while holding a Student visa
Health Insurance Requirement:
- Overseas student health cover (OSHC) is mandatory for the entire visa duration.
- Failure to provide OSHC details can lead to visa refusal.
Financial Capacity:
- Must have enough funds to cover studies and living costs.
- Financial requirements are bench-marked by the Department annually.
Visa Fees:
- Student visa base charge (Higher Education, VET and Schools sectors): from AUD 2,500.00 (ELICOS and Non-Award: AUD 2,050.00)
- Additional Applicant Charge 18+: AUD 1,530.00 (ELICOS and Non-Award: AUD 1,255.00)
- Additional Applicant Charge under 18: AUD 500.00 (ELICOS and Non-Award: AUD 410.00)
- Subsequent Temporary Application Charge: AUD 700.00
* Additional costs include OSHC, biometrics, health checks, and potential police checks.
Processing Time:
- Processing times vary; see the Department of Home Affairs processing time guide
Let ACME Consultants for Migration and Education guide you seamlessly through the Australian Student Visa application process for a successful and enriching academic journey.