Australia student visa.

Money to show

AUD 29,710 a yearAUD 29,710 for 12 months of living costs, plus travel and 12 months of course fees. Or parents' or partner's income of at least AUD 87,856. You may only need to show it if the document checklist or the Department asks. About USD 1,730 a month at ECB rates on 9 Oct 2026.

Tuition

Show 12 months of course fees (or the full cost if shorter), less any amount already paid.

First stay

6 yearsIn line with your enrolment.

Renewal

From 2 October 2026 most Student visa holders can no longer apply for a further Student visa in Australia and must apply from outside, unless exempt.

Work while you study

48 hours a fortnightWhile your course is in session. Master's by research and doctoral students have no work limit.

After you graduate

Up to 2 yearsUsually 2 to 3 years after a degree, depending on the qualification; you must be 35 or under and have held a Student visa in the last 6 months.

Cost

AUD 2,500From AUD 2,500. A lower cost applies to some Pacific Island, Timor-Leste and ASEAN citizens and to some English course and non-award students.

Where to apply

Apply online, from outside Australia unless you hold an eligible visa and meet an exemption.

Family

From 2 October 2026 most applicants can no longer include a partner or children, unless they meet an exemption (for example PhD students).

• You and any family must hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for your whole stay.
• New rules from 2 October 2026 limit family members and applications made inside Australia.
• Applications from outside Australia are processed under Ministerial Direction 115 if lodged on or after 14 November 2025.
• Family members can no longer apply later as subsequent entrants.
• Living costs for a partner are AUD 10,394 and for a child AUD 4,449 a year.

Checked 11 Oct 2026