The student visa 500 allows international students to study full-time at an Australian institution.
Enrolled in a CRICOS-registered course (COE required).
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.
Evidence of funds (approx. AUD $45,000 per student + extra for dependents).
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
If under 18, welfare and parental consent arrangements required.
Meet English, health, and character requirements.
The Student Guardian visa 590 lets a parent, custodian, or relative stay in Australia to support a student under 18.
Cost: From AUD $650.Must be over 21.
Parent, custodian, or relative of the student.
Meet Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.
Financial evidence of approx. AUD $73,000 per annum (or combined with partner).
Health insurance coverage.
Health and character checks.
1–3 months.
The Training visa 407 is for occupational training or professional development in Australia.
Cost: AUD $325.
Sponsored or nominated by an approved sponsor/organisation.
Must demonstrate financial capacity.
English language requirement (functional English).
Documents proving registration/licensing if occupation requires it.
Registration requirement training.
Skills improvement in eligible occupation.
Capacity building overseas.
Meet health and character requirements.
1–3 months.
Student visa (500)
Enrolled full-time in CRICOS-registered course; proof of financial capacity; health insurance; meet health & character.
AUD $2,000.
Student Guardian visa (590)
Parent/guardian of a student under 18; support capability; meet health & character.
Fee varies; check Home Affairs. Immigration and citizenship Website
Training visa (407)
Invitation for workplace-based training or professional development; approved sponsor; meet health, character & sometimes English.
AUD $430. Immigration and citizenship Website
