Frequently Asked Questions

The Subclass 500 is the main visa for international students wanting to study in Australia. It allows full-time study at a CRICOS-registered institution, work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study sessions, and unlimited work during scheduled course breaks.

Yes. Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while their course is in session. During scheduled course breaks, there are no work hour restrictions.

The Genuine Student Requirement applies to Student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024. It asks you to show that studying in Australia is your primary reason for applying, with clear answers about your circumstances, course choice, future benefit, and supporting evidence.

Yes. Eligible family members (spouse/de facto partner and dependent children) can accompany you to Australia on a student visa. Your partner may also be eligible to work.

Points-tested visas (such as the Subclass 189 and 190) use a points system to rank applicants. Points are awarded for factors such as age, English language proficiency, skilled work experience, Australian qualifications, and state nomination.

Australia uses several occupation lists to determine visa eligibility. Our registered agents will assess which list your occupation appears on and which visa streams it opens up. Book a consultation for a personalised skills assessment.

An EOI is submitted through the SkillSelect system and tells the Department of Home Affairs that you want to migrate. If your points score is high enough, you will be invited to apply for a visa.

Timelines vary by assessing authority and occupation — typically 4–16 weeks. Some authorities offer priority processing for an additional fee. We can advise on the fastest pathway for your occupation.

If you are in Australia when you apply, you apply onshore (Subclass 820/801). If you are outside Australia, you apply offshore (Subclass 309/100). Both lead to permanent residency but have different processing steps.

The Department looks for evidence across four categories: financial, household, social, and commitment. A strong application provides multiple pieces of evidence in each category. We help you organise and present this evidence effectively.

Yes. De facto relationships of at least 12 months (or registered in an Australian state or territory) are recognised for partner visa purposes.

Registered agents are regulated by the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA). They must meet ongoing education requirements and are legally authorised to provide migration advice and lodge visa applications. Using an unregistered agent or doing it yourself increases the risk of errors that can lead to refusals or delays.

We offer an initial consultation to assess your situation and discuss your options. Contact us to find out about our current consultation fee structure — it is a small investment that can make a significant difference to your outcome.

A refusal is not necessarily the end of the road. Depending on the visa type and reason for refusal, you may be able to request a review at the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) or lodge a new application. Our refusal appeals team will review your circumstances and advise on the best path forward.