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Student Visa – SC 500

Student Visa – Subclass 500

The Student Visa Subclass 500 allows international students to study full-time at a registered Australian education provider.

This visa enables students to enrol in CRICOS-registered courses, work limited hours during study periods, and remain in Australia for the duration of their academic program. Applicants must meet Genuine Student (GS) requirements, demonstrate financial capacity, obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), and satisfy English language proficiency standards before visa approval.

Why Choose the Student Visa 500?

Full-Time Study

Study at CRICOS-registered schools, colleges, or universities in Australia.

Work Rights

Work limited hours during study and full-time during scheduled breaks.

Health Coverage

Mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for duration of stay.

Include Family

Eligible family members may be included as dependents.

Pathway to 485

Opportunity to apply for Temporary Graduate Visa after completion.

Global Education Recognition

Earn qualifications recognised worldwide from Australian institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from CRICOS provider.
  • Meet Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
  • Provide evidence of sufficient financial capacity.
  • Meet English language proficiency standards.
  • Maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
  • Meet health and character requirements.

Genuine Student (GS) Requirement

Factor Assessment Criteria
Study Intentions Genuine intention to study selected course in Australia.
Course Relevance Course aligns with previous education or career goals.
Immigration History Compliance with previous visa conditions.
Future Plans Clear explanation of career prospects after study.

Financial Requirements

Expense Category Requirement
Tuition Fees Evidence of payment or ability to pay course fees.
Living Costs Proof of funds to support living expenses in Australia.
Travel Costs Return airfare or equivalent financial evidence.

English Language Requirements

Test Accepted Standard
IELTS Minimum score as per course level requirement.
PTE Academic Accepted alternative to IELTS.
TOEFL Accepted for eligible applicants.

Work Rights Conditions

Period Work Limitation
During Study Limited work hours per fortnight.
During Scheduled Breaks Full-time work permitted.

Application Process

Step Description
Step 1 Receive Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
Step 2 Arrange OSHC and financial documentation.
Step 3 Lodge online visa application.
Step 4 Complete biometrics, health and character checks.
Step 5 Receive visa decision.

Why Choose Global Vision Migration?

  • Genuine Student statement drafting support.
  • Accurate financial document preparation.
  • Strategic pathway planning toward 485 and PR.
  • End-to-end application management.

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The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to study full-time in Australia at an approved education provider. It permits stay in Australia for the duration of the enrolled course.

Applicants must:
• Be enrolled in a CRICOS-registered course.
• Receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
• Meet Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
• Demonstrate sufficient financial capacity.
• Hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
• Meet English, health, and character requirements.

Student visa holders can generally work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited hours during official course breaks.

The visa is generally valid for the duration of your enrolled course plus a short additional period after completion, depending on the course length.

Yes. You can include eligible family members such as your spouse or de facto partner and dependent children. They must meet health and character requirements.

Subclass 500 is a temporary visa and does not directly lead to permanent residency. However, graduates may become eligible for other visas such as Subclass 485 or skilled migration pathways.

Breaching visa conditions (such as work limits or course attendance requirements) may lead to visa cancellation under Section 116 and affect future visa applications.