Process of Obtaining an Australian Student Visa and Admission

International students aspiring to study in Australia must first secure admission to an institution before applying for a student visa. The steps involved in this process are as follows:

1. Selecting a Preferred Course and Institution
2. Submitting an Application to the Institution
3. Receiving and Accepting an Offer Letter
4. Obtaining Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE)
5. Applying for a Student Visa (Subclass 500) or a Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)

Admission and Visa Process

Our team provides support for students aiming to study in Australia, ensuring they meet the entry requirements.

Once a student registers and submits all essential documents, except for the English Test score, we apply for a Conditional Offer Letter from the education provider. If the student already has an English Test score, we directly apply for the Unconditional Offer Letter.

The assessment process typically takes 4-6 weeks, depending on the education provider. Any outstanding documents will be requested if necessary.

After receiving the offer letter, the applicant must submit the required documents for the Streamlined Visa Process (SVP) and provide financial documents to demonstrate sufficient funds. The first semester fees, or in some cases, the full fee for one year, must be paid to the education provider.

Upon completion of the SVP process, the education provider issues the Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE), which is essential for visa processing.

The student visa application is then submitted to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, Australia. It is highly recommended to lodge the visa application at least 12 weeks before the institution’s orientation day.

Once the visa is approved, the student can prepare to travel to Australia.

Documents Required for the Offer Letter from the Education Provider

• Original Passport (including old passport) – all pages
• School Leaving Certificate / Birth Certificate
• 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Attempt (credit) Certificate
• Diploma or ITI Mark Sheets, Degree or Provisional Certificate
• Bachelor’s Mark Sheets, Degree or Provisional Certificate
• Master’s Mark Sheet, Degree or Provisional Certificate
• Transcript (if available)
• Work Experience Letter (if applicable)
• IELTS/English Language Certificate
• Resume/CV
• Any other relevant certificates (if applicable)
• Letter of Recommendation (LOR)
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

Eligibility Criteria for Institution and Visa Application

• English language proficiency certificates (IELTS or PTE)
• Meeting health and character requirements
• Acceptable Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Evidence of sufficient funds
• Academic certificates

English Language Requirements

Australian universities and colleges accept both IELTS and PTE scores as proof of English proficiency. The following guidelines for IELTS/PTE scores are approximate; each institution has its own benchmark scores for respective courses.

Financial Sources

Applicants must provide evidence of sufficient funds for at least three months prior to the application date, covering the duration of their stay in Australia. Accepted documents include:

• Letter from financial supporter’s employer confirming employment, including contact details, personal bank statements, and tax returns for the last three years
• Loan disbursement letter
• Chartered Accountant statements of the financial supporter
• Balance sheet and bond signed with the company in case of company sponsorship
• Evidence of income from agriculture, rental properties, or retirement
• The immigration department must be assured that the applicant will have genuine access to the funds they claim to possess to cover travel, tuition, and living costs for themselves and their family members.

Unacceptable vs. Acceptable Funds