What is the Student Visa (Subclass 500)?
The Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows international students to study full-time at a registered Australian institution. It covers primary, secondary, higher education, vocational education and training (VET), and English language courses.
This is the most common visa for international students and provides work rights during your study period, allowing you to gain valuable Australian work experience.
Key eligibility requirements
Work rights while studying
During term time
Allowed while enrolled
Course breaks
Work rights during holidays
Processing time
Average processing
Visa duration
Matches your CoE
How to apply — step by step
Choose your course & institution
Starworld matches you with the right CRICOS-registered provider based on your career and PR goals.
Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
Once accepted, your institution issues a CoE — the key document for your visa application.
Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Purchase OSHC from an approved provider for the full duration of your visa.
Submit your visa application
Apply online via ImmiAccount. Starworld manages the entire documentation and submission process.
Receive your visa grant
Once approved, your visa is linked electronically to your passport. You're ready to travel to Australia!
Pathway to permanent residency
After completing your studies, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) — up to 4 years of full work rights. This builds points for the General Skilled Migration program and ultimately permanent residency via Subclass 189, 190, or 491.
