WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT STUDENT VISA (SUBCLASS 500)

Australia is known as one of the most famous countries in the world because of its quality of education, safety of life and a paradise with preferential policies for international students. There are many prestigious universities which are on top university in the world. That makes students everywhere want to have the opportunity to study in this amazing country

Australia- A ideal destination to study

Australia offers many different types of visa for appropriate purpose. One of the most popular visa that is student visa (subclass 500). However, to have visa student grant in Australia is not easy as well. There are many people failed to obtain the student visa grant. So, what makes your visa student (subclass 500) application persuade the Australia government successfully? Let’s explore about one of the basic visa in Australia- Student visa (subclass 500) with Hays Migration.

What is Student Visa (Subclass 500)?

The Student visa (subclass 500) allows students to remain in Australia for up to 5 years for the purpose of full-time study at an educational institution, in line with student’s enrolment. The special thing about this visa is that it can be issued to children to study abroad. Born 6 years or older, provided that it meets government requirements. Besides, you can freely travel in and out of Australia, while studying, international students are also allowed to work 40 hours in 2 weeks. After graduation, you can work full time.

With this visa you can:

• take part in an eligible course of study

• include your family members in your application (your partner or you and your partner's dependent child.

• apply online in or outside Australia

• work up to 40 hours every 2-week period once your course starts.

Basic Requirements for Subclass 500 (Student Visa)

• Electronic Letter of Offer from School (CoE)

• Financial proof of family (if you are under 18) or yourself (if over 18)

• English language requirements ( provide qualifications such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE)

• Have health insurance and proof of health.

Visa application process of Student Visa (subclass 500)

Option 1: Apply by yourself

Step 1: Apply for an offer letter Australian schools.

Step 2: Prepare documents (including notarized personal and financial papers). 

Step 3: Create an online account to apply.

Step 4: Fill out and complete your online Visa application form.

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents as required.

Step 6: Pay the Visa application fee, depending on the country, the cost will be different.

Step 7: Review your application and click submit!!

Step 8: Tracking your visa application status so that you update documents needed if required

Step 9: Waiting for visa grant!!

Option 2: Let’s Hays Migration do it for you

Sometimes you may get confusion for the visa application process and requirement. If you are not confident to do it by yourself, it’s Hays Migration pleasure to do it on behalf of you.

Step 1: Contact Hays Migration's professional team for advice on the right school and course

Step2: Hays Migration will assist you in preparing the necessary documents to apply for an offer of study (free of charge)

Step 3: Hays Migration will represent you to apply for getting offer of letter.

Step 4: Receive COEs from the school

Step 5: Hays Migration helps you prepare the necessary documents and submit the student visa

Step 6: Pay the visa fees

Step 7: Visa grant and pack your clothes to Australia

Fees of Student visa (subclass 500)

According to current information, the cost of applying for a Subclass 500 Visa is AUD630

Additional applicant charge 18 and over: AUD470/per applicant

Additional applicant charge under 18: AUD155

Courses that will be eligible for applying student visa (subclass 500)

English Language Intensive Courses for Foreign Students (ELICOS)

• Elementary to High School

• Courses International Student Exchange Program High School

• Education and Training Program Vocational training (VET)

• Professional higher education programs: Undergraduate, joint, master, graduate, ...

• Postgraduate research program – master or doctoral.

• Non-degree short courses. Take a foundation program before entering a full-time program. Or other programs that do not award a degree upon completion of the course

• Students whose scholarships are awarded by the Department of Foreign Affairs, Department of Commerce, or Department of Défense.

• It is possible to be granted a combination of courses if you follow the whole route.

Summary

Compared to other countries, the application process for student visa (subclass 500) in Australia is quite open and clear. You can completely apply yourself if you are confident with your background

However, to avoid risk, save time and costs. You should use a visa service from a professional agent. If you have any questions, contact Hays Migration!!!