How to Apply Student Visa For Australia

Australia is among a very popular destination for International students. Australia has a large number of top notch and high ranking Universities and Colleges, which are a dream for many students aiming for studying abroad. However getting a visa for Australia becomes a challenge for the students as the visa file has to be very clear and precise and this is the area where many students often commit errors. It is always better to take help from an expert while filing visa. We hope students find this information useful for preparing visa documentation.

Don’t forget to look at common questions in end
Processing fees

AUD 550.00 (INR 25,300)
Processing time

For assessment level 2, processing time is 21 days.
For assessment level 3 and 4, the time is 90 days.
IELTS requirement

Minimum 5.0 bands in IELTS is required for visa; course requirement may vary.
Visa Formalities

In order to obtain a visa of Australia, the following requirements must be fulfilled:
Genuine Intentions to Study in Australia
Finances to support education as per the living expenses guideline given under living expenses
IELTS Score as suggested in the English language requirement
Good academics

Living Expenses required for Australian student visa
AUD 18,000/year

Living expenses required for family

AUD 6,300.00/year for spouse. AUD 3,600/year first child and AUD 2,700/year for other children.
Work Permit in Australia during studies

20 hours per week part time and full time during vacations
Work Permit in Australia after studies

No automatic work permit, can be given only if the student is sponsored by state or by employer.
Work permit for spouse

Allowed only for spouse of students of bachelors degree or masters degree.
Permanent Residency (PR)

Possible in Australia if the student scores 120 points
More detailed information about Study in Australia

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Common FAQs ON AUSTRALIAN STUDENT VISA

What is the process of getting a student visa of Australia?

Students need confirmed seat letter from Australian institute before filing the visa.
After the visa processing a previsa (PVA) is granted.. At this point the student has to pay the fees as receive the COE from the University.

When the student sends COE to the embassy, the visa stamping will be done.

Is there any covering letter required for student visa application for Australia?
No

What documents are needed according to the Australia study visa checklist?

The documents required are:

SOP, Copy of passport, IELTS score card, offer letter, all academic documents, work experience and recommendation letters, proof of funds, photographs, visa fees, and visa application form.
The original documents required are IELTS score card, Academic documents, Work experience certificates and Marriage certificate (if married).

Note: We strongly recommend that the visa application should be filled under the supervision of an expert. Also, the documents must be arranged in a proper format according to the student visa guidelines.

What are the interview questions asked by the embassy for Australian visa?

The usual questions that visa officers ask are related to course, university, academic & professional background and future plans. The students might also be asked questions about their stay in Australia.
Students need to well prepared for the telephonic interview and have very clear information on above points. Visa officers have very limited time and many student visa gets rejected because of lack of preparation. So prepare well!

If a visa for Australia is rejected once, can a student apply again for it?

Yes. While making second application, please make sure that visa file is complete.
What is the difference between e-visa and paper visa?

e-visa is filed by electronic means whereas for a paper visa the application has to be lodged in paper for to the embassy. For an e-visa the follow up is done from Adelaide, in case of a paper visa the follow up can be done in the local country.

A significant difference is that in e-visa fees is paid before applying while in case of paper visa fees is paid after getting a Pre visa approval (PVA)

Which is better, e visa or a paper visa?

There is no such difference even the processing time is same.

Does a paper visa require more documentation?

No. There is no difference in documentation in case of e visa and paper visa. In e-visa the documents have to be sent by e mail while in paper visa the documents have to be sent in paper form.

How can I get PR (Permanent residency) in Australia?

Australian PR is a point based system.

PR can be applied if candidate is able to score 120 points after studying 2 years in Australia. These points depend on your age, qualifications, work experience, state sponsorship and several other factors.
The other important aspect is improvement in the student’s level of English during stay in Australia as students need to achieve IELTS 7.0 band before applying for PR.

Is there any automatic post study work permit in Australia?

No, there is no automatic post study work permit in Australia. But if the student is sponsored by some sponsor then he can get work permit. Students can also take state sponsorship.

What are the occupations that are in High demand in Australia?

The occupations in high demand in State Sponsorship list of Western Australia and South Australia are:

Nursing
Automotive technician
Air conditioning and mechanical services
Aged care
Engineering/Construction Manager
Supply and Distribution Manager
Human resource manager
Hospitality
And many more
Note:

Some of the skills have demand in one state in Australia but not in the other so students need to refer each state sponsorship list individually. We suggest you have a look at the State Sponsorship List for your occupation demand. Performance is still the key of your success for whatever course you plan to study in Australia. For more information please visit our website: http://www.espireeducation.com/study-abroad/australia/6.html

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