Subclass 500
Study, Grow, and Succeed in Australia
The Student Visa (Subclass 500) is your official pathway to study full-time in Australia. Whether you're enrolling in a university, vocational course, or English language program, this visa allows you to live, study, and even work part-time in Australia throughout your course duration.
What Is the Student Visa (Subclass 500)?
The Subclass 500 visa allows international students to study in Australia at a registered education institution. With this visa, you can:
✅ Enrol in a CRICOS-registered full-time course
✅ Stay in Australia for up to 5 years (depending on your course)
✅ Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods
✅ Bring family members as dependents
✅ Apply from inside or outside Australia
Benefits of the Student Visa (Subclass 500)
✅ Study in world-class Australian universities and schools
✅ Bring eligible family members with you
✅ Gain valuable work experience during your studies
✅ Open pathway to graduate and skilled visas after course completion
✅ Explore multicultural living in safe and student-friendly cities
Eligibility Criteria – Subclass 500
To apply for the Student Visa, you must:
✅ Be enrolled in a full-time CRICOS-approved course
✅ Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
✅ Hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
✅ Satisfy Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements
✅ Meet English language proficiency standards (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
✅ Show evidence of financial capacity to cover tuition, travel, and living costs
✅ Meet health and character requirements
Required Documents
Prepare the following documents when applying:
• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• OSHC health insurance
• English language test results (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
• Financial documents (bank statements, sponsor letter)
• Valid passport
• Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
• Health & character declarations
Visa Conditions & Work Rights
| Condition | Details |
| Course Requirement | Must remain enrolled in a registered course |
| Work Limitation | Up to 48 hours/fortnight during study, full-time in holidays |
| Attendance & Progress | Must meet course attendance and academic progress |
| Maintain OSHC | Required throughout the visa validity |
Processing Time & Costs
| Stay | Processing Time | Base Visa Fee (AUD) |
| Up to 5 years and in line with your enrolment. | 16 – 49 days | From AUD1,600.00, unless exempt. |
Processing time varies by education level and applicant location.
FAQs – Subclass 500 Student Visa
Can I change my course after getting the visa?
Yes, but you must notify the Department and may need to apply for a new visa depending on the course level.
Can I include my family members?
Yes, your partner and dependent children can apply as secondary applicants.
What if I fail my course?
Your visa could be affected if you do not meet academic progress or attendance requirements.
Can I apply for PR after completing my studies?
While the Student Visa is temporary, completing an eligible course may make you eligible for the Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) or skilled migration visas.
Why Choose VisaAdvisor?
We make the student visa process stress-free:
✅ Personalised advice on choosing eligible courses
✅ Full documentation checklist and visa submission
✅ GTE statement support that aligns with immigration standards
✅ Help with OSHC, health checks, and English test preparation
✅ Ongoing support even after visa grant