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Student visa (Subclass 500)
This visa allows for unlimited travel to and from Australia for five years from the date of visa grant.
About Student Visa Subclass 500
The Student Visa Subclass 500 is designed for international students seeking to study full-time courses in Australia. This visa allows students to stay in Australia for the duration of their enrolled course, which must be registered under the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). A Class Immigration and Education Consultants offer expert guidance on the Student Visa Subclass 500 application process.
What This Visa Lets You Do
The Subclass 500 visa provides several privileges to international students:
- Study in Australia: Holders can enroll in a full-time CRICOS-registered course.
- Family Inclusion: Students can bring their immediate family members, including spouses, partners, and children below 18, to Australia.
- Work Opportunity: Once the course commences, students can work up to 40 hours per fortnight.
- Visa Duration: The visa is valid for up to five years, depending on the duration of the enrolled courses.
- Travel Flexibility: Students can travel to and from Australia as often as they wish during the visa’s validity.
English Requirement For Australian Visa Subclass 500
Applicants must meet specific English language requirements to apply for the Subclass 500 Student Visa. The minimum scores for approved English language tests are as follows:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 5.5 (with at least 5 in each band for ELICOS courses of at least 10 weeks, or 4.5 for ELICOS courses of at least 20 weeks)
- TOEFL internet-based test: 46 (with at least 35 for ELICOS courses of at least 10 weeks, or 32 for ELICOS courses of at least 20 weeks)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English): 162 (with at least 154 for ELICOS courses of at least 10 weeks, or 147 for ELICOS courses of at least 20 weeks)
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 42 (with at least 36 for ELICOS courses of at least 10 weeks, or 30 for ELICOS courses of at least 20 weeks)
- Occupational English Test: B for each test component (if applicable)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Student Visa Subclass 500, international students must adhere to specific criteria:
- Age Restriction: The age requirements vary depending on the level of schooling. For school students, the applicant must be at least 6 years old. Different age limits apply to higher classes.
- Proof of Enrollment: A Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) letter from a registered course is mandatory for visa application.
- Multiple Courses: Students can apply for multiple courses but must provide a CoE for each course.
- Welfare Arrangements: Students below 18 years must have appropriate welfare arrangements in place.
- Financial Proof: Evidence of sufficient funds to cover living expenses in Australia is required.
- Temporary Entrant: Applicants must intend to return to their home country upon course completion.
- Character Requirement: All applicants and family members over 18 must meet health and character requirements.
- No Previous Cancellation or Refusal: Applicants must not have a history of visa cancellations or refusals.
Checklist
Ensure a successful application by following this checklist:
- Gather all necessary documents, including CoE letters, financial evidence, and English language test results.
- Submit the visa application form online and pay the required fees.
- Maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire stay in Australia.
- Adhere to the specific English language requirements based on your chosen course.
Processing Time
The processing time for the Student Visa 500 varies depending on factors such as the chosen course. Ensure timely submission of fees and documents to expedite the process. Processing times are as follows:
- Foreign Affairs or Defense Sector: 6-52 days
- Postgraduate Research Sector: 13 days – 9 months
- Non-award Sector: 1 day – 9 days
- Schools Sector: 18 days – 7 months
- Independent ELICOS Sector: 9 days – 4 months
- Vocational Education and Training Sector: 18 days – 9 months
- Higher Education Sector: 10 days – 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
The visa is valid for five years after approval, with the possibility of extension based on course duration.
The cost starts from a minimum of 630 Australian dollars and may vary depending on the enrolled courses.
There is no age limit for application; however, specific conditions apply to students under 18.
You can bring your immediate family members, including spouses, partners, and children below 18 years.
Earnings depend on the job and skills of the student, with a basic hourly rate of $16.22.
Student Visa Subclass
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