Study in Australia with a Student Visa
Want to study in Australia? Let us guide you!
Australia is one of the world’s top study destinations, offering world-class education, work opportunities, and a pathway to permanent residency. The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to live, study, and work in Australia while gaining a globally recognized qualification.
Whether you need help choosing a course, applying for a visa, or planning your future in Australia, we’re here to make the process simple and stress-free.
Why Study in Australia?
- Internationally Recognised Education – Study at universities and institutions recognised around the world.
- Work While You Study – Under current Department of Home Affairs conditions, student visa holders can generally work up to 48 hours a fortnight when their course of study or training is in session, and without a limit when it is not in session. Students doing a Masters by research or a PhD are generally not subject to the cap once their course has started.
- Study That May Count Toward Skilled Migration – Australian study may attract points under the skilled migration points test. Whether a skilled pathway is open to you depends on your occupation, skills and circumstances.
- Live in a Multicultural & Safe Country – Enjoy a high-quality lifestyle and strong student support systems.
Need help choosing the right course or institution? Our education team will talk through the study pathways that may suit your goals.
Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Who Can Apply?
You may be eligible for a Student Visa if you:
- ✓Have an offer and COE from an Australian educational institution (university, college, TAFE, or school).
- ✓Meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement, which applies to student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024 and replaced the former Genuine Temporary Entrant test.
- ✓Have sufficient financial proof to cover tuition, living costs, and travel.
- ✓Meet English language requirements (IELTS, PTE, or equivalent). The accepted tests changed on 7 August 2025 and the Department does not accept tests taken completely online, so check before you book.
- ✓Hold overseas student health cover (OSHC) for medical expenses.
Not sure if you qualify? We assess your eligibility and explain what the visa requirements mean for your situation. Visa criteria are set by the Department of Home Affairs and can change, so we check the current requirements before we advise you.
The Challenges you can face Applying for a Student Visa
Many students struggle with the visa application process due to:
- ✕Not meeting the Genuine Student (GS) requirement
- ✕Confusion over visa conditions and work rights
- ✕Financial proof requirements
- ✕Errors in visa documentation leading to delays or refusal
- ✕Uncertainty about post-study work opportunities
Even minor mistakes can lead to visa delays or refusals.
How We Support Your Student Visa Application
At Nationwide Migration and Education, we work on student visa applications and study pathways to help you pursue your educational goals in Australia. Immigration assistance is provided by Suman Dua, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1800859.
- ✓Course & Institution Selection – We help you compare courses and institutions against your career goals.
- ✓Genuine Student (GS) Preparation – We guide you to prepare a clear Genuine Student statement covering the factors the Department considers, including your circumstances, your immigration history, and how the course fits your study and career history.
- ✓Financial Requirement Guidance – We guide you on how to evidence your financial capacity for the visa requirements.
- ✓Full Visa Application Assistance – We prepare and lodge your visa application with attention to accuracy and to the criteria the Department applies.
- ✓Post-Study Visa & Skilled Pathway Planning – We help you look at Temporary Graduate Visas (Subclass 485) and the options that may be available after your studies.
We prepare your application to be thorough and accurate, and documented against the requirements the Department of Home Affairs publishes. The decision itself is the Department's alone.
How It Works
Book a Consultation
We assess your study goals, eligibility, and visa requirements so we can map out the education pathway that may suit you.
Course Enrolment & Visa Application
We help you enrol in your chosen course, prepare documents, and lodge your visa application.
Study & Plan Your Future
Once your application is lodged, we provide ongoing support while the Department makes its decision.
Why Choose Us?
- ✓Registered Migration Agent – Your visa matter is handled by Suman Dua, MARN 1800859, registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) and bound by the Migration Agents Code of Conduct. Course and admission support is provided by our education team.
- ✓Careful Application Preparation – We work through the Genuine Student requirement and your financial evidence before anything is lodged.
- ✓End-to-End Support – From course selection to lodgment and follow-up, we guide at every step.
- ✓Post-Study Pathway Guidance – We help you plan what may come after your studies.
- ✓Transparent & Ethical Service – No false promises. If a course or a pathway is not realistic for you, we will say so before you spend money.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Student Visa last?
Your visa length depends on your course and is decided by the Department of Home Affairs. It is usually tied to your course end date, with a short additional period after your course finishes. That extra period is not the same for everyone, and it differs for shorter courses and for courses that finish late in the year. We will tell you what is likely to apply to your course at your consultation.
Can I work on a Student Visa?
Yes. Under current Department of Home Affairs conditions, student visa holders can generally work up to 48 hours a fortnight when their course of study or training is in session, and without a limit when it is not in session. Students doing a Masters by research or a PhD are generally not subject to the cap once their course has started.
Work conditions can change. Check the conditions attached to your own visa on the Department's visa conditions tool.
What is the Genuine Student requirement?
The Genuine Student (GS) requirement applies to student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024. It replaced the former Genuine Temporary Entrant test. It asks you to explain your current circumstances, your immigration history, why you have chosen this course in Australia with this particular education provider, and how the course fits your study and work history.
You can read the Department's own guidance on the Genuine Student requirement page. We help you address each of those factors clearly in your statement.
What happens if my visa is refused?
We assess the reasons given in the decision and talk you through the options open to you. Depending on where you applied from and your circumstances, that may mean lodging a new and better documented application, or applying to the Administrative Review Tribunal where a review right applies. Not every refusal carries a review right, so we check that first.
Can my family come with me?
In many cases yes, your partner and dependent children may be included. Family members generally need to be declared in your application, and they must meet the relevant financial, health and character requirements. Rules around bringing family members have changed in recent years, so we check what applies to your course and situation.
Can I apply for Permanent Residency after studying?
There is no automatic pathway from study to permanent residence. What may be open to you depends on your occupation, skills, English, work experience and the settings in place at the time.
One point worth knowing: the Department states that the GS requirement recognises that genuine students may develop skills Australia needs and may later choose to apply for permanent residence, and that future intentions of this kind do not count against an applicant under GS. We can talk through the options that may apply to your situation.
Can you guarantee my student visa will be approved?
No. No migration agent can guarantee a visa outcome or a processing time. All visa decisions are made solely by the Department of Home Affairs, and no agent can influence, prioritise or speed up an application.
What we can do is prepare a thorough, well-evidenced application that addresses the Genuine Student requirement and the financial criteria, and tell you honestly if we think your application is not ready to lodge.
Study in Australia with the right visa strategy
We assess your eligibility, help you work through every Student Visa requirement, and talk through your post-study options from the start.
Important: This page is general information only and does not constitute personal migration advice. Immigration assistance is provided by Suman Dua, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1800859, registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) and bound by the Migration Agents Code of Conduct. Course and admission support is provided by our education team and is separate from immigration assistance.
We do not sell, issue or grant visas, and we do not guarantee admission to any course or institution. All visa decisions, visa periods, conditions and processing times are set and decided solely by the Department of Home Affairs, and no migration agent can influence, prioritise or speed up an application. We do not guarantee any visa outcome or any timeframe.
Nationwide Migration and Education is not affiliated with the Australian Government or the Department of Home Affairs. Student visa criteria, work rights, English test rules and financial requirements change without notice, so check the current position at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.
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Nationwide Migration and Education is a migration practice. Immigration assistance is provided by a registered migration agent. Suman Dua, MARN 1800859. This page is general information only and does not constitute personal migration advice. We do not guarantee visa outcomes; all decisions, queue positions and processing times are set by the Department of Home Affairs and may change.
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Whether you are sponsoring talent or seeking sponsorship, our Registered Migration Agent, Suman Dua (MARN 1800859), manages the full process and maps the permanent residency options that may apply to you.
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