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Student Visa
(Subclass 500)
- For international students studying in Australia.
- Allows study at registered education providers.
- Allows limited work while studying.
STAY UP TO
5 Years Based on course durationPost-Vocational
Education Work
(Subclass 485)
- For eligible graduates with an associate degree, diploma or trade qualification linked to an occupation on the applicable skilled occupation list.
- Designed for graduates who have completed eligible vocational education and training qualifications in Australia.
- Generally provides a temporary stay period based on the qualification and individual circumstances.
STAY PERIOD
Temporary stay Based on qualification and circumstancesPost-Higher
Education Work
(Subclass 485)
- For eligible graduates who have completed a degree-level qualification or higher in Australia.
- Applies to eligible graduates who have completed their studies at an Australian educational institution.
- Allows eligible graduates to remain in Australia temporarily and work after completing their studies.
STAY PERIOD
Temporary stay Work after completing eligible studiesELIGIBILITY
Key Eligibility
Requirements For 500
To apply for an Australian Student Visa, you must meet the following essential criteria.
01
Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
Enrol in a registered Australian course and obtain a CoE.
02
Genuine Student Requirement
Show that studying in Australia is the primary purpose of your visa application.
03
Financial Capacity
Provide evidence of sufficient funds for tuition, travel and living costs.
04
English
Meet the required English-language requirements where applicable.
05
Health & Character
Meet Australian health and character requirements.
06
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Maintain appropriate health insurance for your stay.
Key Eligibility Requirements for 485
01
Australian Qualification
Complete an eligible Australian qualification that meets the requirements of your chosen visa stream.
02
Recent Graduate
Apply within the prescribed timeframe after completing your eligible Australian qualification.
03
Age Requirements
Generally be 35 years or under when applying, subject to applicable stream-specific exceptions.
04
English Proficiency
Meet the applicable English-language requirements and provide accepted evidence where required.
05
Health & Character
Meet the Australian health, character and other applicable visa requirements.
06
Australian Study Requirement
Satisfy the Australian study requirements applicable to your chosen Temporary Graduate visa stream.
07
Eligible Visa Status
Hold an eligible visa and satisfy the applicable visa-status and application requirements.
APPLICATION JOURNEY
Steps to Apply For 500
A simple, step-by-step process to help you apply for your Student Visa to Australia.
01
CHOOSE A
COURSE
Select a course and registered education provider.
02
GET
COE
Apply to the institution and receive your Confirmation of Enrolment.
03
PREPARE
DOCUMENTS
Gather passport, financial evidence, English results and other required documents.
04
APPLY
ONLINE
Lodge the Student Visa application through ImmiAccount.
05
COMPLETE
CHECKS
Provide biometrics, health examinations or additional documents if requested.
06
RECEIVE
OUTCOME
Wait for the Department of Home Affairs to assess your application.
APPLICATION JOURNEY
Steps to Apply For 485
Follow these steps to apply for your Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) in Australia.
01
CHECK
ELIGIBILITY
Determine the appropriate Subclass 485 stream.
02
CONFIRM
QUALIFICATION
Verify that your completed Australian qualification meets the relevant requirements.
03
PREPARE
DOCUMENTS
Gather passport, qualification, English test, academic and supporting documents.
04
HEALTH &
CHARACTER
Arrange health examinations and police checks where required.
05
APPLY
ONLINE
Lodge your application through ImmiAccount within the applicable timeframe.
06
PROVIDE
ADDITIONAL INFO
Respond to any requests from the Department of Home Affairs.
07
RECEIVE
OUTCOME
Wait for the Department to assess and decide your application.
TIP
Apply well in advance of your travel date to allow sufficient time for processing.
Important Rules & Visa Conditions For 500
Student visas come with specific conditions.
Understand the rules to ensure a smooth and compliant stay in Australia.
Work Rights
Students can generally work up to 48 hours per fortnight while course is in session.
Study Requirement
You must remain enrolled and meet your course requirements.
Attendance & Progress
Comply with your education provider's attendance and academic-progress rules.
OSHC Requirement
Maintain valid Overseas Student Health Cover for the required period.
No Unauthorised Work
You must follow the work limitations attached to your visa.
Visa Duration
The visa generally covers the period needed to complete your course.
Visa Conditions
Failing to comply with conditions can affect your visa status and future applications.
Important Rules & Visa Conditions For 485
Employer-sponsored visas come with specific sponsorship and employment rules.
Understand them to stay compliant throughout your stay in Australia.
Employer/Training-Specific
Visa holders must comply with the conditions of their sponsored employment or approved training.
Work Rights
Work and training activities are generally limited to those permitted by the specific visa.
Salary Requirements
Applicable sponsored employment must meet relevant salary requirements.
Change of Employer/Sponsor
Changing employers or sponsors may require additional approval or a new nomination/sponsorship.
Regional Requirement
Subclass 494 requires the position to be based in a designated regional area.
Training Requirement
Subclass 407 is primarily for approved occupational training and is not a general work visa.
Permanent Residence
Subclass 186 provides permanent residence, while subclasses 482 and 494 may provide pathways to PR.
Changing Rules
Occupation lists, salary thresholds, sponsorship requirements and visa conditions can change.
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