Subclass500
Student Visa
Study an eligible course for up to 6 years and work up to 48 hours a fortnight.
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Australian Student Visas & Study Pathways
Study in Australia with confidence. From your Student visa and guardian visa to course planning and your pathway to PR, our QEAC certified counsellor and MARA registered migration agent guide you every step of the way.
Student visa stayUp to 6 years
Student visa costFrom AUD2,500
Work rights48 hours a fortnight
Expert helpQEAC & MARA
Student Visas & Services
Everything you need to study in Australia, from your visa to your future after graduation.
2026 update
Student Dependant Visa
Subsequent entrant applications closed on 2 October 2026. See who can still include family.
See the 2026 updateSubclass590
Student Guardian Visa
For parents and relatives caring for a Student visa holder under 18.
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From choosing a course to building a future in Australia.
Step 1
Profile & goals
We assess your academic background, English level, budget, career goals and long-term plans.
Step 2
Course & provider shortlist
We match you with CRICOS-registered courses and providers that fit your goals and your visa.
Step 3
Applications & offer
We help with admissions, offer letters, acceptance and your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
Step 4
Visa & arrival
We prepare your Student visa, Genuine Student answers, funds and OSHC, then help you plan your arrival.
Student Visa vs Student Guardian Visa
A quick comparison of the two main visas for studying in Australia.
| Feature | Student Visa (500) | Student Guardian Visa (590) |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | International students in an eligible course | Parents, custodians or relatives (21+) caring for a student under 18 |
| Stay | Up to 6 years | Linked to the student's stay or until they turn 18 |
| Visa cost | From AUD2,500 | From AUD2,500 |
| Work | Up to 48 hours a fortnight in session | Not permitted |
| Study | Full-time CRICOS course | ELICOS under 20 hours a week, or other study up to 3 months |
| Apply in Australia | Only if an exemption applies (from 2 Oct 2026) | If you hold an eligible substantive visa |
Student Visa FAQs
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The Student visa (subclass 500) lets you study an eligible course in Australia for up to 6 years, costs from AUD2,500 and allows work of up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session.
Most applicants must now apply from outside Australia. Current Student visa holders can only apply in Australia if one of six exemptions applies, and many other temporary visa holders cannot apply in Australia at all.
Most applicants can no longer include family members, unless an exemption applies (for example PhD students, DFAT or Defence sponsored students, foreign government scholarship recipients and eligible Pacific or ASEAN students). Family cannot be added after the visa is granted.
Yes. A parent, custodian or eligible relative aged 21 or older can apply for a Student Guardian visa (subclass 590) to care for a Student visa holder under 18.
It can, through visas such as the Temporary Graduate (485) and then skilled, employer-sponsored or regional visas, but PR is never guaranteed. Planning your course with your long-term goals in mind keeps more options open.
We combine QEAC certified education counselling with MARA registered visa advice: choosing your course and provider, preparing your Student visa and Genuine Student answers, and planning your pathway after graduation.
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