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Avoid visa refusals by nailing the Genuine Student statement, proof of funds, and timing. Know fees, work rights, and post-study options for Australia.
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Many visa refusals happen because applicants submit generic or copied Genuine Student statements. This is a written explanation about why you chose your course, why Australia, and your plans after graduation. You must write it yourself and be specific. The Australian government assesses this seriously since 2024.
Take your time to explain your study history, ties to India, and career goals clearly. Avoid vague answers.
The student visa (subclass 500) fee is ₹1.4L (AUD $2,500) from 1 July 2026. This fee is non-refundable, even if your visa is refused. You also must buy Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire visa length, costing ₹35,000 to ₹1.4L (AUD $600 to $2,500) per year.
Before tuition, expect to pay roughly ₹2.3L (AUD $4,000) for visa and health cover alone. Tuition fees vary by course:
Living costs you must prove for visa purposes are ₹17L (AUD $29,710) per year.
You must prove you have enough money for 12 months of living costs (₹17L), first-year tuition, and return travel. The funds must be genuine, traceable, and available at the time of application. Bank statements, loan sanctions, or sponsor documents are accepted.
Failing to provide clear financial evidence is a common reason for visa refusal.
Start your visa application 4 to 8 months before your course begins. The main university intakes are February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2). Apply by September–November for February intake, or April–May for July intake.
The visa processing time varies from 4 to 12 weeks depending on your institution's risk rating.
Steps to apply:
With the student visa, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term time. During scheduled course breaks, you can work unlimited hours. This part-time work can cover a meaningful portion of your living costs, as Australian award wages are relatively high.
After graduation, you can apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) which allows open work rights for 2 years if you completed a bachelor's or master's by coursework. If you completed a master's by research, you get 3 years. Studying in regional Australia can extend this period.
The 485 visa fee is ₹3.3L (AUD $5,750) from 1 July 2026. Age limits apply, so check the current cap before planning.
Most Australian universities accept a 3-year Indian bachelor's degree for master's entry, usually requiring 65% or higher. Group of Eight universities want 70–75% or more.
Popular courses include Master of Information Technology, Master of Professional Engineering, MBA, Nursing, and Data Science.
Check the CRICOS register to confirm your chosen institution and course are officially approved for international students.
Getting these right the first time saves time, money, and stress.
Start your visa application 4–8 months before your course. Write a genuine, detailed Genuine Student statement. Prepare clear financial proof showing ₹17L plus tuition. Arrange OSHC for your full stay. Apply online and wait for approval before booking flights.
Yes, most Australian universities accept a 3-year Indian bachelor's degree for master's entry, usually requiring 65% or higher.
You must show ₹17L for 12 months of living costs plus your first-year tuition and return travel. The funds must be genuine and traceable.
Visa processing takes 4 to 12 weeks depending on your institution's risk rating.
Yes, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks.
The student visa fee is ₹1.4L (AUD $2,500) from 1 July 2026. OSHC costs ₹35,000 to ₹1.4L (AUD $600 to $2,500) per year.
The visa fee is non-refundable. Common refusal reasons include generic Genuine Student statements and insufficient proof of funds.
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