Your guide to visas

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For students coming to Australia to study, the most common visa is the Student visa (subclass 500). After completing studies in Australia, eligible students can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to live and work in Australia.  Alternatively, short-term or temporary visas may better suit your study experience.

Student visa (subclass 500)

Find out about the Student visa (subclass 500) including study types, work hours restrictions and application fees.

Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)

Find out about the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) including eligibility and length of stay.

Other types of visas

If you want to study in Australia, the most common visa is the Student visa. However, short-term or temporary visas may suit your study plans.

How to apply for a student visa

Find out how to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) for Australia, with this helpful step-by-step guide.

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Bringing your family

Read about the requirements for bringing family members on a dependent’s visa and how to plan accordingly.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Find out about Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students in Australia.

What can you bring to Australia?

Learn about Australia’s strict customs and biosecurity laws, including what goods you can and cannot bring into the country.