Student Visa
A student visa is required by all international students who enter Australia with the purpose of completing full time study for a period of more than three months. You should make sure that your passport is valid for the length of your stay. It is possible to renew passports in Australia but it can be a lengthy process.
The student visa application process can take a long time. Information and relevant application forms can be obtained from your nearest Australian Embassy or Consulate, or by visiting the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) web site. Applications are assessed by DIAC according to the assessment level of applicants. Information regarding the Assessment Levels can be found at the DIAC web site.
If the student visa expires while the student is still studying then the student will need to go through the application process all over again.
Work Rights
Most student visas are granted with work rights. Students may be granted to work up to 20 hours per week. It is important to note that work should not be relied upon to meet the costs of study or general living expenses. Please note that a student visa is subject to mandatory cancellation if a student works in excess of the visa conditions. Students must not start working prior to the commencement of their course.
Students Responsibilities
While enrolled at the AFTC:
For more information on bringing family, working while studying, visa conditions, extending your stay, changing course or education provider, and document checklists – please visit the Immigration website.
Overseas Student Medical Cover
It is a condition of a student visa that students have private health insurance for the duration of their stay in Australia as overseas students are not covered by Australia’s national health program, Medicare. Students need to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and provide evidence to the Australian Consulate/Embassy processing your visa application.
There are several providers of OSCH .
Some doctors charge more that the recommended schedule fee, which means there maybe a “gap” amount to be paid. Whenever possible check with the doctor if a “gap” payment is required and how much extra you will need to pay. Scheduled fees are those recommended by the Australian Government.
For more information on Student Visa information please download the AFTC Student Information Handbook.
The student visa application process can take a long time. Information and relevant application forms can be obtained from your nearest Australian Embassy or Consulate, or by visiting the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) web site. Applications are assessed by DIAC according to the assessment level of applicants. Information regarding the Assessment Levels can be found at the DIAC web site.
If the student visa expires while the student is still studying then the student will need to go through the application process all over again.
Work Rights
Most student visas are granted with work rights. Students may be granted to work up to 20 hours per week. It is important to note that work should not be relied upon to meet the costs of study or general living expenses. Please note that a student visa is subject to mandatory cancellation if a student works in excess of the visa conditions. Students must not start working prior to the commencement of their course.
Students Responsibilities
While enrolled at the AFTC:
- Students must achieve satisfactory course progress as determined by AFTC.
- Students must achieve satisfactory attendance as determined by AFTC.
- Students must notify the AFTC of any change of address or contact details within 7 days of the change.
For more information on bringing family, working while studying, visa conditions, extending your stay, changing course or education provider, and document checklists – please visit the Immigration website.
Overseas Student Medical Cover
It is a condition of a student visa that students have private health insurance for the duration of their stay in Australia as overseas students are not covered by Australia’s national health program, Medicare. Students need to obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and provide evidence to the Australian Consulate/Embassy processing your visa application.
There are several providers of OSCH .
Some doctors charge more that the recommended schedule fee, which means there maybe a “gap” amount to be paid. Whenever possible check with the doctor if a “gap” payment is required and how much extra you will need to pay. Scheduled fees are those recommended by the Australian Government.
For more information on Student Visa information please download the AFTC Student Information Handbook.