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What is the Subclass 500 Visa?
With over 10 years of experience and 500+ approved visas, TIA Global provides honest, expert support for every step of your migration journey.
The Subclass 500 Student Visa is your gateway to studying in Australia
This temporary visa lets international students enroll full-time at CRICOS-registered institutions, stay for up to 5 years, and gain valuable work experience alongside studies.
- Study full-time at a CRICOS-registered institution
- Stay in Australia for the duration of their course (up to 5 years)
- Work part-time during study and full-time during holidays
- Include eligible family members
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Why choose Student Visa Subclass 500?
Whether you're planning to attend university, TAFE, or an English language college — this visa is your gateway to world-class education and future career opportunities.
- Study at top Australian universities, colleges, or TAFEs
- Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during course sessions
- Bring your partner and dependent children
- Apply for post-study work visas after graduation
- Live in Australia for the full duration of your course
- Access to potential PR pathways through work and study
COURSES
Who is Eligible?
Ready for an Australian Student Visa?
Make sure you can tick every box before you start uploading documents.
Make sure you can tick every box before you start uploading documents.
Enrolled in a full-time course at a CRICOS-registered institution
Maintain valid Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
Submit a compelling Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
Meet English language requirements (IELTS, PTE, etc.)
Meet health and character criteria
Show evidence of financial capacity
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COURSES
Courses Eligible Under
Subclass 500
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Higher Education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
You can apply through skilled migration (Subclass 189, 190, or 491), employer sponsorship (Subclass 186 or 482), family visas (partner or parent), or after studying (Subclass 485). Eligibility depends on points, occupation, and nomination status.
Vocational Education and Training (TAFE)
You can apply through skilled migration (Subclass 189, 190, or 491), employer sponsorship (Subclass 186 or 482), family visas (partner or parent), or after studying (Subclass 485). Eligibility depends on points, occupation, and nomination status.
REQUIREMENTS
Documents Checklist
Make sure we have everything we need to move forward—
usually takes 2–3 minutes.
usually takes 2–3 minutes.
Valid Passport
Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Results
Proof of Financial Capacity
Academic transcripts
OSHC Policy Certificate
Police clearance (if applicable)
Medical examination results
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Work Rights & Visa Duration
Bachelor’s / Master’s
After obtaining your COE, you are ready to further process your application, for it you need to gather the following documents as follows.
- Duration on VisaCourse 2–4 months
- Work Rights48 hours/fortnight
ELICOS / English
After obtaining your COE, you are ready to further process your application, for it you need to gather the following documents as follows.
- Duration on VisaCourse 2–4 months
- Work Rights48 hours/fortnight
PhD
After obtaining your COE, you are ready to further process your application, for it you need to gather the following documents as follows.
- Duration on VisaCourse 2–4 months
- Work Rights48 hours/fortnight
Fees & Processing Time
Fee Type | Cost(AUD) |
|---|---|
Main applicant | $710 |
Dependent Over 18 | $530 |
Dependent under 18 | $175 |
OSHC (12-month average) | $500–$700 |
Processing time: 4–6 weeks (can vary) |
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply for
Subclass 500 Visa?
TIA Global provides honest, expert support for every step of your migration journey from applying the Visa to guiding you at every corner.
01
Choose your Course
Apply to a CRICOS-registered institution and receive a letter of offer.
02
Obtain your COE
You’ll need:
- Financial evidence (bank statements, sponsor letters)
- English test results
- OSHC policy
GTE statement
03
Prepare your Application
Select a CRICOS-registered institution and receive an offer letter.Skilled migration, employer sponsorship, family visas, or post-study pathways.
04
Submit the Visa Application
Lodge your application online via ImmiAccount. Most are processed within 4–6 weeks.
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