About Student Visa
Student & Guardian Visas
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500
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Primary Student
Student Visa – Subclass 500
Description
Allows international students to study full-time in Australia in an eligible course (CRICOS-registered), with limited work rights and options for course changes/extensions.
Eligibility
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for a CRICOS-registered course.
- Meets Genuine Student / temporary entrant criteria and English requirement.
- Sufficient funds, OSHC health insurance, welfare arrangements if under 18.
- Health and character requirements; biometrics if requested.
Key Steps
- Secure offer/CoE and prepare financial/English documents.
- Lodge via ImmiAccount; attach GTE/Genuine Student statement and evidence.
- Complete any checks; maintain conditions (attendance, work limits, address updates).
500 Dep.
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Family Members of Student
Student Dependent – Subclass 500
Description
Lets eligible family members (partner/children) of a Student 500 holder apply as combined applicants or as subsequent entrants to live, study (school-age children), and in some cases work, while the primary student studies.
Eligibility
- Primary applicant holds/applied for Student 500 with an ongoing CoE.
- Relationship evidence for spouse/de facto; birth certificates for children.
- Funds and OSHC (family cover); school arrangements for school-age children.
- Health and character requirements; compliance with visa conditions.
Key Steps
- Decide combined vs subsequent entrant pathway and gather evidence.
- Lodge online with relationship, funds, and insurance documents.
- After grant, follow conditions (e.g., work limits linked to student’s course level).
590
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Parent/Guardian of Minor Student
Student Guardian Visa – Subclass 590
Description
Temporary visa for a parent/legal guardian or relative to provide care and support for a Student 500 visa holder who is under 18 (or over 18 in special circumstances).
Eligibility
- Be a parent, legal guardian, or relative (usually 21+) of the student.
- Provide accommodation, welfare and other support; show sufficient funds and OSHC.
- No school-age dependent can accompany you unless they also hold a student visa.
- Meet health and character requirements and comply with work limitations (no work).
Key Steps
- Prepare evidence of relationship, funds, OSHC and welfare arrangements.
- Lodge online referencing the Student 500 details and intended care plan.
- Maintain conditions (no work; study limits) and remain primarily engaged in care.