Sven's Guide to applying for your Australian Student Visa

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Are you looking for the ultimate adventure? Are you dreaming of deep-sea diving along Australia's colourful coral reefs, exploring lush rainforest hikes, or getting a crash course on Aussie slang and culture? Then, it may be time to start planning your trip Down Under! But, before spending hours researching flight details and itineraries, consider the first step – applying for an Australian Student Visa. Don't worry – this doesn't need to be difficult if you arm yourself with all the necessary information before beginning. This blog post will cover everything from eligibility requirements, the costs involved, and application processes. So what are you waiting for?! Read on to find out how easy it can actually be when applying for your very own student visa in Australia!

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What is an Australian Student visa, and what are its requirements 

An Australian student visa is a type of visa that allows international students to study in Australia. To be eligible for a student visa, an applicant must be accepted into a full-time course of study at an Australian educational institution registered with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). Applying for an Australian student visa will cost you AUD650 and allow you to stay in Australia for up to 5 years, in line with your enrolment.

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What You Need For Your Visa Application:

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• Must be over six years of age or older.
• Be enrolled in a course of study in Australia.
• Make welfare arrangements if you are under 18 years of age.
• Meet English language requirements
• Hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) or fall in one of the exemption categories.

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The applicant must also have sufficient financial resources to cover the cost of tuition and living expenses while in Australia and must meet English language proficiency requirements. Additionally, the applicant must have health insurance and must not have a criminal record.

How to apply:

Applying for your Australian student visa can be done yourself online. Follow the step-by-step instructions on the Department of Home Affairs website to confirm your eligibility and apply for your visa. This is the fastest and cheapest option to use. 

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Head here to begin your application for the student visa subclass 500.

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Alternatively, suppose you prefer a professional to assist you through the visa application process. In that case, you can use plenty of different agencies to help you secure your visa. Again, we recommend getting help from an agency if you need to be fluent in English.

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Supporting documentation you will need to provide:

When applying for an Australian student visa (subclass 500), you will typically be required to provide the following supporting documentation:

1. Evidence of identity: This includes an attached copy of your passport, certified copy of your birth certificate, national identity card or driver's licence.
2. Evidence of intended study: A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your educational institution confirms that you have been accepted into a full-time course of study registered with CRICOS.
3. Evidence of accommodation and welfare arrangements in Australia if you are under 18 years of age.
4. Parental consent or legal guardian consent for those under 18 years of age.
5. Evidence of adequate health insurance: must be Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
6. Evidence of Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement: this includes a statement in your application form that you intend to stay in Australia.
7. Employment history: this includes evidence of current or most recent employment.
8. Evidence of sufficient funds to cover your tuition fees, living expenses, and the cost of your return airfare to your home country.
9. Evidence of your English language proficiency, such as test results from an internationally recognised English language test.

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Click here for more information on all the required documentation specific to your country of origin, as some documentation may vary depending on your passport.

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There you have it: everything you need to know to apply for your Australian Student Visa. It's not as complicated as it may seem - all you need to do is fill out the electronic application form and provide the necessary documents. So to those of you living abroad and excited to start a new chapter in Australia: pack your bags, book your flight and get started! To all current visa holders already residing in Australia on a student visa, stay safe and enjoy every moment - it isn't often we get the life-changing opportunity to explore such a unique and diverse country. So travellers, students, and visa holders alike: here's to living abroad in beautiful Australia!

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