Study in Australia

The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to live in Australia while studying in an approved CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered course. You can also include your family member in your application, such as your partner or child, or your partner’s child. You can stay in Australia for the duration of your course and travel in and out of Australia. You can work up to 48hours a fortnight while your course study is in session. Students who have started a master’s degree by research or a doctoral degree are not subject to a work-hour limit.

Student (subclass 500) visa allows you to study the following study types:

  • Higher Education
  • Vocational and Education Training (VET)
  • English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS)
  • Pathways Courses
  • Primary and Secondary School
  • Secondary School Exchange Programs
  • Postgraduate Research
  • Non-award courses (such as Study Abroad and Exchange semesters), and
  • International students sponsored by the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) or defence.

You will need to enroll in a course at an Australian education or training provider first and then apply for a student visa after you have been issued a confirmation of enrolment (COE) from the provider.

At 3BEES Education & Visa Services, we provide end-to-end support, guiding students through each step of the process from selecting the right course and institution, guiding them to the required documents and lodging the visa application, to post-arrival support such as Airport Pick Up, Rental Guidance, Enrolment Guidance, Resume Writing, Bank Account, Mobile Sim Card, Tax File Number Application to name few. We do provide these services, partnering with other service providers who are authorized to provide them.

What is the Genuine Student requirement

Each provider (Private College, TAFE or University) checks that the student meets the Genuine Student (GS) requirement before issuing the COE. All applicants for a student visa must be a genuine applicant for entry and stay as a student and be able to demonstrate an understanding that studying in Australia is the primary reason for applying for a student visa. To be granted a student visa, all applicants must demonstrate that they satisfy the GS criterion or the GS dependent criterion.
The online student visa application form asks the following to address the GS criteria.

  • Give details of the applicant’s current circumstances. This includes ties to family, community, employment and economic circumstances.
  • Explain why the applicant wishes to study this course in Australia with this particular education provider. This must also explain their understanding of the requirements of the intended course and studying and living in Australia.
  • Explain how completing the course will be of benefit to the applicant.
  • Give details of any other relevant information the applicant would like to include.
  • There is another question for applicants who have held a student visa or those applying in Australia from a non-student visa.

The department prefers that applicants respond to the above questions with a text limit of 150 words per response.
The Department gives greater weight to statements supported by evidence when assessing the GS requirement and consider overall personal circumstances of the applicant to assess the genuine student requirement.

Step-by-Step Process:

  • We find a suitable course and provider
  • We apply for an offer letter on your behalf
  • We guide you on what is required to satisfy the Genuine Student requirement (GS)
  • Once the GS is approved, you can pay the tuition fee to receive the COE
  • Submit Visa Application

What documents will be considered for a Genuine Student (GS)?

  • Academic History
  • Employment
  • Families Ties
  • Financial Situation (Income Source)
  • Economic Conditions
  • Potent Situation in Australia
  • Value of the course
  • Immigration History
  • Adequate Health Insurance Arrangement known as OSHC
  • Any other relevant matter

Australian Migration Law is dynamic, and it is very important that you understand the requirements for a student visa application with a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer (if in Australia). Sometimes, providers (colleges and universities) change the GS without pre notice. Our qualified and skilled education counsellor handles the education side, and the Registered Migration Agents handle the visa application.

If you’re unsure about your eligibility, we offer a free assessment.
Book an appointment now for your study-related matters.

 

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