Once you’ve received your confirmation of enrollment from the college, it’s time to prepare your visa application. We’ll send you the Visa Questionnaire for Students to fill out. After that, one of our registered migration agents will expertly draft your student visa application for you.

A key requirement for the Student Visa is that you must intend to come to or remain in Australia temporarily, with the primary purpose of studying. For our Pathway to Aus clients, we offer professional assistance in crafting an impressive Genuine Student Statement to support your application.

It’s essential to arrange OSHC for the entire duration of your Student Visa, and this must be paid in full before you submit your application. All individuals included in your visa application must have OSHC. However, students from Norway, Sweden, or Belgium may be exempt from this requirement.

Visa Duration Based on Course Length:

• 10 months or longer (finishing in November or December): Your visa will typically be granted until March 15 of the following year.

• 10 months or longer (finishing between January and October): Your visa is usually granted for two months longer than the length of your course.

• Less than 10 months: Your visa will generally be granted for one month longer than the duration of your course.

Depending on your home country, you might need to demonstrate that you meet the English language requirement. You can check if this applies to you using Immi’s document checklist tool.

If you have any questions or need assistance, we’re here to help you every step of the way!

Wondering about financial requirements? Depending on your home country, you might need to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support your living and studying expenses in Australia.

Check Requirements 

Utilize Immigration document checklist tool to see if you need to provide proof of financial capacity along with your English language evidence.

Proving Your Funds  

If financial proof is necessary, you’ll need to show that you have genuine access to funds, as determined by immigration guidelines:

For Single Applicants:  

•  Ongoing income from parents or a non-accompanying partner/spouse: $60,000 AUD or more; OR  

•  A deposit in a financial institution covering:

  •  Living expenses: $29,710

•  12 months of tuition (minus any payments already made)

  •  Return flight costs:

    •  From within Australia: $1,000 to $1,500

    •  From outside Australia: $2,000 to $3,000

For Additional Applicants:

•  Ongoing income from parents: $70,000 AUD or more; OR  

•  A deposit in a financial institution, including:

  •  Same as above, PLUS

  •  $7,100 for a partner/spouse

  •  $3,040 per child

  •  $8,000 for each child over 6 years

Return flight costs for each additional applicant also apply.

Examples of Evidence Include: 

• Bank statements

• Term deposits and loans

• Recent tax returns

• Letters of financial support

• Proof of relationship to your financial sponsor

This info serves as a rough guide; financial requirements may vary based on your personal circumstances. Our skilled Migration Agents are here to help you determine what you specifically need!

Some applicants will need to submit medical assessments and police checks. Immigration may reach out to you after you’ve submitted your visa application if additional documentation is required. For example, if you have a prior conviction, owe money to the Australian government, have a medical condition, or have military experience, you’ll need to provide specific documents such as:

• Police checks

• Payment plans

• Explanations

• Military discharge letter

Good news! You can include your legal spouse or de facto partner in your application. Generally, you’ll need to provide proof of your relationship, such as:

• Marriage certificate

• Evidence of cohabitation for at least 12 months

• Proof of shared finances

• Documentation showing you present yourselves as a committed couple

Australia recognizes same-sex marriages and partnerships, and the requirements remain the same.

You can also include your children or stepchildren in your application, with required evidence such as:

• Birth certificates

• School enrollment for kids over 6

• Form 1229: Consent for granting a visa to a child under 18

When you apply for your student visa, don’t forget the application fee! Here’s what you need to know:

• Main Applicant: $1,600

• Secondary Applicant (over 18): $1,190

• Secondary Applicants (under 18): $390

If you’re applying from within Australia, you might also need to pay a subsequent visa application charge of $700. This fee applies only if you’re applying from inside Australia for the current visa you hold.

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? We’re here to guide you every step of the way!