Study in Australia
Planning to study in Australia?
Start with your situation. We can help you understand the right area to discuss in a professional consultation.
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Official source: Studying in Australia
Who this may suit
Students, graduates and their guardians.
What we can discuss
Your course, your study plans and the timing.
Prepare for your consultation
Bring your offer letter, passport and questions.
Related information
The Genuine Student requirement and planning for the 485.
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View resourcesAbout student visas
Australia is one of the world's most popular study destinations. The right course and provider matter as much as the visa: they shape your study experience, your work rights and your options after graduation.
Our registered migration agents, including a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor, work with you, so your course choice and your visa strategy line up from day one. That includes your plans for after you finish.
Your visa options
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Student visa checklist
Free PDF checklist. Print it or save it to your phone before your consultation.
Download PDFGovernment fees
What Home Affairs charges, current as at 1 July 2026. These are not our professional fees.
Student visa (subclass 500)
| Fee | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Main applicant | $2,500 |
| Each additional applicant aged 18 or over Only where family members can be included. | $1,530 |
| Each additional applicant under 18 Only where family members can be included. | $500 |
Student Guardian visa (subclass 590)
| Fee | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Main applicant | $2,500 |
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)
| Fee | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Main applicant | $5,750 |
| Each additional applicant aged 18 or over | $2,875 |
| Each additional applicant under 18 | $1,450 |
| Second Post-Higher Education Work stream | $2,265 |
Not sure which student visa fits?
We'll plan your course and your visa together.
Frequently asked questions
Which student visa do I need to study in Australia?
Most international students need the Student visa (subclass 500). A parent or relative who wants to live with a student under 18 may need the Student Guardian visa (subclass 590). After you graduate, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) can let you stay and work.
Can studying in Australia lead to permanent residency?
It can, but a student visa is not a direct pathway to PR. Many graduates move to a 485 visa, gain skilled work experience, then apply for a skilled or employer-sponsored visa. Choosing a course linked to your career and an occupation in demand makes a real difference.
Do I need an education agent and a migration agent?
Not necessarily two separate people. At SavieMEC, Navjot Singh is both a registered migration agent and a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC), so he can help with your course, your provider and your visa. You get both kinds of advice in one place.
General information only, not migration advice. Visa rules change often. We'll confirm what applies to you in a consultation. Last reviewed October 2026 by SavieMEC's registered migration agents.