Student Visa (Subclass 500)

The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to live, study, and work part-time in Australia while completing a full-time course at a CRICOS-registered institution such as a university, TAFE, or English language college.

It’s the primary visa for those who wish to pursue education in Australia and later transition to a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) or a Permanent Residency (PR) pathway through skilled migration.

Why Choose a Student Visa in Australia?

• Access world-class education and training institutions

• Gain work experience while studying (up to 48 hours per fortnight)

• Include your partner and children in the same visa application

• Enjoy a clear post-study pathway to Graduate Visa (485) and PR options

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the Subclass 500 Student Visa, you must meet the following:

• Hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian institution

• Meet Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) criteria

• Provide sufficient financial evidence (tuition, living costs, travel)

• Maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

• Meet English language, health, and character requirements

  
  

Application Process

1. Choose your course and institution

2. Receive your Offer Letter

3. Pay tuition and receive your CoE

4. Prepare required documents (GTE statement, OSHC, financials)

5. Lodge your visa application online via ImmiAccount

6. Wait for the visa decision

Visa Cost and Duration

Application Fee: from AUD $710

Stay Period: Up to 5 years (depending on course length)

Pathways After Graduation

After completing your studies, you may be eligible for:

• Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) — stay and gain work experience

• Skilled Migration (Subclass 189/190/491) — apply for PR through occupation points

• Employer Sponsored Visa (Subclass 482 or 186) — work sponsorship PR route

Why Apply Through

Norris Chau Migration & Education?

At Norris Chau Migration & Education Centre, our Registered Migration Agents (MARN) ensure your student visa and education plan align with your Permanent Residency (PR) goals.

We help you choose PR-linked courses such as Cookery, Aged Care, and Carpentry, tailored for future migration success.