Duration
Duration
Students enrolled in any course under CRICOS in Australia can apply for the Student Visa (Subclass 500). The visa permits international students to stay in Australia for up to 5 years, but not longer than the duration of their study. So you can stay in Australia for the period of the course.
The Student Visa (Sub 500) can be used to study any full-time course eligible under Australian visa criteria. Also, international students may apply for it to pursue any full-time degree they want.
To be eligible, you must:
Apart from the primary documents like passport, recently taken a photograph, and visa application form, you need to fulfil specific requirements.
The application process is online, after which you need to make the payment or else the application will not proceed.
When to Apply
You must apply 30-45 days before travel.
Visa Processing Time
The application process may take approximately 30 to 45 days after paying the fee.
How to Apply
Create ImmiAccount to apply, gather required documents and pay for the visa. Consult a visa expert before applying.
Duration
It is a temporary visa to study for up to 5 years. The type of course and its length will determine the duration of stay. Primary school children enrolled in years 1-4 will generally only be granted a Student Visa for a maximum of 3 years.
Fees
Unless they are exempt, the primary applicant's visa costs 630 AUD. Besides this, every family member applying for a visa must also pay a fee.
To continue studying in Australia, you must apply for a new Student Visa. In case if your student visa expires before your graduation you might be eligible for a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600).
After completeing your education, depending upon how long you have been in the country legally, You may be eligible for one of the Work Visa or residence catagories.
The bearer of this visa recieve various benefits. For example, this visa allows family members to accompany the student, and the student may apply for it.
Multi-Entry
There is no restriction to multi-entry during the visa.
Work
Work along with studies.
Dependents
Family can also accompany you during the stay.
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