Choosing the right visa


I wish to study full-time

If you are studying full-time for more than three months in Australia and have been guaranteed a place at an education institution then you will need a student visa.


Student visa attributes:

• You are allowed to live in Australia for the whole duration of your course
• You can leave and come back to Australia numerous times during the course of your stay
• When you are studying you can work as much as 20 hours a week and as much as you want during course breaks or holidays
• Dependant family persons may be able to come with you (conditions apply)
• Eligible family members may work up to 20 hours a week
• Your partner is allowed to study up to 3 months

Your Student visa application will be graded in accordance with your Assessment Level and applicable requirements effected by your nationality and main subject of study.
       

I hope to study while on holiday
 
A Tourist visa is needed if you are thinking of doing short term study
while visiting Australia for a holiday


Holiday visa attributes:

• Length of stay – 3, 6 or 12 months
• A study period of up to 3 months
• You can either have a single or multiple entry into Australia
• You are not allowed to work 

 

I want to study and work
 
A Working Holiday visa is needed if you want to do a short-term course whilst on holiday, and pay for the cost by working.

Working Holiday visa attributes:

• You will need a passport from a nation that participates in the Working Holiday Program
• You can stay up to 12 months in the country
• 4 months study time is granted
• You are allowed several entries to Australia
• Part-time or full-time work is granted for up to 6 months with each employer
• Age requirement – 18yrs – 30yrs

If you want to learn more about applying for a visa to study in WA, you can visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship or get in touch with your nearest Australian mission
 
Important note: The information above on visa requirements may be subject to change. These requirements and recommendations are a guide and individual circumstances may affect the outcome of receiving a visa.