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500 — Student Visa (Subclass 500)

Study PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-2 months

Application Fee

2,000 AUD

Stay Duration

Up to 6 years (in line with enrolment)

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

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Living in Australia

Cost of Living

1% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryA$67,200

Quality of Life

190/200

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Overview

Full-time study at a CRICOS-registered institution with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

The Australian Student visa (Subclass 500) lets international students study full-time at a CRICOS-registered institution, from English language and vocational courses to postgraduate degrees. Applicants need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and must satisfy the Genuine Student (GS) requirement. No annual cap applies.

Stay duration matches enrolment, up to 6 years. Holders may work 48 hours per fortnight during term and unlimited hours during official course breaks; PhD and Masters by research students are exempt. Dependents can join on a secondary Subclass 500 with restricted work rights. OSHC is compulsory throughout.

This visa is ideal for international students with a CoE who want a work-permitted study pathway and a route to the Subclass 485 post-study work visa.

Annual Cap & Quota

No fixed annual cap

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Australia

485 — Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485)

Validity18 months

Processing6-150 days

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189 — Skilled Independent (Subclass 189)

Australia

189 — Skilled Independent (Subclass 189)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing3-15 months

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Australia

190 — Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190)

ValidityIndefinite

ProcessingVaries

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491 — Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491)

Australia

491 — Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491)

Validity5 years

Processing90-730 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Be at least 6 years of age.

Have a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for a full-time course at a CRICOS-registered institution.

Meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement, demonstrating a genuine intent to study.

Have adequate health insurance through Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Provide evidence of sufficient financial capacity to cover tuition, living, and travel costs.

Meet English language proficiency requirements.

Meet health and character requirements.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

29,710 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian education provider.

Evidence of OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover).

Evidence of financial capacity (bank statements, loan documents, or scholarship letters).

English language proficiency test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE).

Academic transcripts and certificates from previous studies.

Statement of Purpose (SOP) addressing the Genuine Student requirement.

Parental consent forms (for applicants under 18).

Health and character documentation (e.g., police checks, medical exams).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Work 48hrs/fortnight
Post-study 485 visa
Path to skilled migration

Worth Knowing

Must maintain enrollment
GTE requirement

Application Process

Create ImmiAccount: Register on the immigration portal

Complete application form: Fill in visa application online

Upload documents: Submit passport, photos, proof of funds, and relevant documents

Pay visa fee: Pay AUD 2,000 application fee

Await decision: Monitor application status in ImmiAccount

Application Forms

Go to application portal

Online application

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Verified Claims (24)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps	Create ImmiAccount: Register on the immigration portal; Complete application form: Fill in visa appl…	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Dependent Visa	Subclass 500 (secondary)	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Fee Breakdown	Base application charge: 2000 AUD	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Fees	AUD 2,000	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Forms	Online application	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Included Nationalities	—	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Job Offer Required	false	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Language Req	English (IELTS 6.0+)	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

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Overview

Full-time study at a CRICOS-registered institution with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

This visa is ideal for international students with a CoE who want a work-permitted study pathway and a route to the Subclass 485 post-study work visa.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Be at least 6 years of age.

Have a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for a full-time course at a CRICOS-registered institution.

Meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement, demonstrating a genuine intent to study.

Have adequate health insurance through Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Provide evidence of sufficient financial capacity to cover tuition, living, and travel costs.

Meet English language proficiency requirements.

Meet health and character requirements.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

29,710 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian education provider.

Evidence of OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover).

Evidence of financial capacity (bank statements, loan documents, or scholarship letters).

English language proficiency test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE).

Academic transcripts and certificates from previous studies.

Statement of Purpose (SOP) addressing the Genuine Student requirement.

Parental consent forms (for applicants under 18).

Health and character documentation (e.g., police checks, medical exams).