The type of student visa you require will vary depending on the course you choose. The most common student visa is the Student Visa Subclass 500.
Information about other visa subclasses and their requirements can be found by clicking on the links below:
- Student Visa Subclass 500
- Student Guardian Visa Subclass 590
- Graduate Visa Subclass 485
- Training Visa Subclass 407
- Working Holiday Visa Subclass 417 (only available for up to 4 months of study)
- Working Holiday Visa Subclass 462 (only available for up to 4 months of study)
- Visitor Visa Subclass 600 (only available for up to 3 months of study)
Overseas Student Health Cover Requirement:
International students must purchase medical insurance cover for themselves and any family members traveling with them for the duration of their Australian study. A copy of the Overseas Student Health Cover certificate must be provided at the time of visa application. Beyond studying in Australia – obtaining Australian Permanent Residency. Some Australian international students choose to stay in Australia after finishing their studies.
There is no automatic migration pathway to stay in Australia after completing an Australian education. An international student who has completed their education in Australia would likely apply for Australian Permanent Residency through the Skilled Migration pathway.