Subclass 500

The eligibility criteria for obtaining a student visa in Australia are crucial to understand for prospective international students. These criteria serve as the foundation for assessing an applicant’s suitability for studying in Australia. Key eligibility criteria include:

Financial capacity is a critical aspect of the student visa application process in Australia. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to cover various expenses during their stay. Financial requirements include:

• Proof of Funds:
  Applicants must provide evidence of financial capacity, including:
  • 12-month living expenses in Australia – AUD 24,505.
  • Adding Partner – AUD8,574
  • Adding dependent child – AUD3,670.
  • 12 months Course fees for the eligible course (prorated if less than 12 months).
  • Travel expenses of AUD$2000 for applicants applying outside Australia and AUD$1000 if applying inside Australia.
  • Additional funds for family members as below:
    • School fees
    • Travel costs
• Alternate way to meet financial requirement:
  • Personal annual income of Minimum AUD72,465 in the recent financial year of the primary applicant’s parent, spouse, or de facto partner.
  • To include family members in your application, the minimum income is at least AUD84,543
• Accepted forms of evidence for financial capacity:
  • money deposit(s) with a financial institution
  • loan with a financial institution
  • government loan
  • scholarship or financial support.

The Genuine Student (GS) requirement, introduced by the Department of Home Affairs, aims to assess an applicant’s genuine intentions for studying in Australia. As part of this requirement, applicants must respond to a set of questions in the online visa application form and provide supporting documents.

The GS test questions include:

• Details of current circumstances, including ties to family, community, employment, and economic circumstances.
• Explanation of why the chosen course and education provider were selected, along with an understanding of the course requirements and living in Australia.
• Description of how completing the course will benefit the applicant.
• Inclusion of any other relevant information, with responses limited to 150 words per question.

Additionally, applicants who have previously held a student visa or are applying from a non-student visa within Australia are required to answer an additional question. Supporting documents such as academic transcripts, employment proof, and relevant qualifications must be provided to substantiate the responses.

The Department of Home Affairs will consider various factors, including the applicant’s circumstances in their home country, potential circumstances in Australia, the value of the course to the applicant’s future, immigration history, and any other relevant matters. For minors, the intentions of a parent, legal guardian, or spouse are also considered.

Our team of experts guides applicants through the GS test requirements, ensuring thorough preparation and submission of accurate and compelling responses and supporting documents.

We are committed to supporting applicants throughout the visa application process, facilitating a successful outcome and enabling them to embark on their educational journey.