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When a student enters Australia for the purpose of study, the student will be allowed to have a student visa under certain conditions set out by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). These conditions take into account various factors including your level of English language proficiency, your academic record, your passport and the specific country that you are applying from.

» Will I Be Allowed To Study In Australia?

You provide a Letter of Offer from us, to DIAC (DIAC website: http://www.immi.gov.au/) by enrolling in one of our courses.
A non refundable enrolment fee of $200 is required upon registration. Click here to check your Assessment Levels Visa (IMMI Web Site)

» Assessment Levels:

International Students have different entry level requirements depending on your passport and country of origin.
Your application for a student Visa will be assessed according to your assessment level. Your Assessment Level ( 1 to 5 ) is determined by the passport that you hold and the education sector of your principle course of study.

» Applying For a Student Visa (Detailed Description Of The Process)

If you intend to study for 3 months or more, you will need to apply for a student visa. You must enrol for full-time study and pay compulsory medical insurance (OSHC). Students with a country assessment level 3 or 4 (refer above in the "Select your Country" menu under "Passport Country Selection") you will need to obtain a Pre-Visa Assessment (PVA) before confirmation of enrolment. After arrival, student visa holders can apply for work permission from the Immigration Department in Melbourne. Note student visa holders can work up to 20 hours a week.

  • Read the Applying for a Student Visa information form issued by the Australian government.
  • Identify your student visa subclass and assessment level from the Student Visa Subclasses page and the Overseas Student Program - Assessment Levels information form on the Australian Immigration website www.immi.gov.au
  • Complete Form 157A - Application for a student (temporary) visa http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/pdf/157a.pdf. This form is also available at your nearest Australian Embassy or Consulate.
  • According to your Assessment Level provide all information relating to:
    • Employment details
    • English Proficiency (IELTS score or equivalent)
    • Education
    • Financial support details
    • Health requirements (Medical examination)
    • Character details
    • Accommodation / welfare arrangements for students under 18 years of age
    • Payment details
  • When applying for your visa, you will also be asked to provide the following documents:
    • Your passport
    • 4 passport-sized photographs
    • Your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) that we will send you (refer to point 9 in the International Student Application process section)
  • If your application is successful or unsuccessful contact Academia International to let us know and to assist you with travel arrangements if your application has been successful.

Note:
More information and the most updated visa application requirements about Australia's student visa program including applying for a student visa can be found by visiting http://www.immi.gov.au/students/
Student visas are usually granted for the period of study only. If you wish to extend that visa, you must do so prior to its expiry.
Please ensure that you are fully aware of the conditions attached to your visa as you must comply with these whilst studying in Australia. Academia International can assist you through this process. Please contact us if you need further assistance.

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