July 28, 2022
How to apply for an Australian student visa
by Arunachalam
How to Apply for an Australian Student Visa
Australia is a fantastic country to visit, with sophisticated, swanky big cities and charming rural communities. Australia is the most sought-after study destination for students who dream of job placement abroad. Once the prerequisites are satisfied, applying for a student visa in Australia is a straightforward process. You could consult the well-known study abroad consultants to help you in the process.
There are different types of student visas available like the Student Visa Subclass 500 or Student Guardian Visa Subclass 590. Every type of visa is diverse and is based upon the level of study the student wants to take up.Before you research your study abroad opportunities and apply for a student visa for a country like Australia, it is essential to be familiar with the requirements, guidelines and the complete procedure first so that the procedure does not appear complicated.
Any student who wants to study in Australia needs a student visa (subclass 500). This visa type is particularly designed for students who are fully prepared to continue their higher education in Australia.
The principal step before submitting an application for an Australian student visa is to register at a good Australian Institute. After doing this, the student receives an offer letter from the institution stating that they have accepted the application, and the tuition deposit fee is paid.
The institution will then send an eCoE (Electronic Confirmation of enrolment), which is a vital document to begin the visa application procedure. If the students want to take up combined study programs, then he/she needs the eCoE for each program from each institute.
Australian eligibility criteria and study visa requirements
You must meet a number of conditions, or eligibility criteria, in order to be granted an Australia Study Visa. If these conditions are not met, you may be automatically disqualified from the Australia Study Visa application procedure.
Requirements for an Australian Study Visa
- You must decide to enrol in an Australian full-time study if you want to apply for a Student Visa Subclass 500. You cannot enrol in a part-time or online programme.
- Overseas students should enrol only in CRICOS-approved programs in order to obtain the Visa Subclass 500.
- You must demonstrate that you are a Genuine Temporary Entrant, which includes you intend to return once your course is through.
- You should possess a Certificate of Good Health issued by a certified doctor.
- You should obtain a Good Character Certificate demonstrating that you have never been the subject of a criminal investigation or been involved in any illicit activity previously.
- There are some additional formalities that you must accomplish in addition to these general requirements when applying for an Australia Study Visa. A few documents are required to finish those processes.
Documents required for Australian Study Visa
Below listed are the paperwork and documents that are required for your study visa:
- Statement of Purpose
- English Language Test Scores
- Proof of diplomas and degrees that you possess
- Application fee payment receipt
- Confirmation of Enrolment Form
- Application of Non-Immigrant Visa
- Overseas Health Insurance Receipt
- Proof of Financial Capacity
- Digital Photographs
- Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months until the time you plan to study in Australia.
English proficiency requirement for Australian Study Visa
- You can use your IELTS or PTE scores for English Proficiency Certificates.
- Graduate Diploma and Masters degree: You require an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum band of 6 or a PTE Score not less than 50.
- Bachelor’s Degree: You require an IELTS score of 6 with a minimum band of 5.5 or a PTE score of 50 which with a minimum of 45
- Diploma course: You require an IELTS Score of 5.5 with a minimum band of 5 or an overall PTE Score of 45 with a minimum of 36.
In order to get your Australian Study Visa, you should fulfill all the requirements. You should make sure that you have all the above-mentioned documents along with you during the entire Study Visa Application process.
The team of qualified visa consultants at MWT Education Consultancy have years of expertise in helping customers obtain visas. Every year, a large number of students are able to enrol in different colleges throughout the world, thanks to MWT Education Consultancy’s high visa success rate. The MWT Education Consultancy is knowledgeable about the entire procedure and has experience with immigration and visa applications for a number of countries. Migration Consultants at MWT make sure that every document is properly structured in accordance with all the required specifications.
Each country has its unique set of requirements and rules to obtain its visa. It is difficult to visit a country and use its educational and other facilities without a valid student visa. In addition, the process involves a tonne of paperwork and legal formalities. As the experts in the field and with years of experience, MWT Education Consultancy can direct you through the entire documentation and associated procedures.
Written by
Arunachalam
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