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Student Visa (Subclass 500) Australia – Study & Course Selection Assistance

Student Visa Subclass 500

Visa Class

500

Length of Stay

Upto 5 Years

Cost

From AUD 2000

Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Study in Australia

The Student Visa Australia (Subclass 500) allows international students to study full-time at CRICOS-registered institutions while living and working in Australia. At Bay Migration, we guide students through every step of their application — from course selection and enrolment to visa submission and post-study options.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Subclass 500 visa, applicants generally need to:

  • Hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS-registered provider.
  • Be at least 6 years old at the time of application.

  • Arrange approved welfare and accommodation if under 18.

  • Maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

  • Satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.

  • Demonstrate English proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE) if required.

  • Show evidence of sufficient financial capacity to cover tuition, living costs, and travel.

  • Meet relevant health and character requirements.

What You Can Do With This Visa

  • Enrol in a CRICOS-registered full-time course.

  • Bring eligible family members to Australia.

  • Work up to 40 hours per fortnight during study periods, and unlimited hours during official breaks.

  • Postgraduate research (master’s by research or PhD) students can work without restrictions.

Check Eligibility

Subclass 500

✅ You may be eligible for Subclass 500

❌ You may not meet the requirements for Subclass 500

FAQs

The Subclass 500 Student Visa allows international students to live, study, and work part-time in Australia while enrolled in a full-time course at a CRICOS-registered institution.

The visa is usually granted for the duration of your course, plus additional time (generally 2–3 months) to prepare for departure or apply for another visa.

Yes. You can typically work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods, and unlimited hours during official course breaks.

Yes. You may include your spouse/partner and dependent children in your application. They will have work and study rights depending on your course type and level.

Yes. All student visa holders must maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their stay in Australia.

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