Student

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Budgeting

Planning your student visa application means understanding all student visa costs upfront. Our Student Visa Cost Planning service provides a clear breakdown of the total expenses involved, helping you prepare with confidence.

We cover all key student visa costs in Australia, including visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), tuition fees, and estimated living expenses. This helps you meet the financial requirements for your Australian student visa (Subclass 500).

Our team offers personalised guidance based on your study plans, ensuring you understand exactly how much a student visa costs and how to budget effectively before you apply

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Student Visa Costs

Minimum Financial Evidence

FAQs Student Visa Costs

The Student Visa (Subclass 500) application fee is set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and depends on the type of course you intend to study and your nationality. The standard application fee is AUD $2,500. Students applying to study an ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) course pay a reduced application fee of AUD $2,050. Eligible Pacific Island, Timor-Leste and ASEAN passport holders may qualify for a further reduced application fee of AUD $745. Additional charges apply for family members included in the visa application.

Yes, additional fees apply if you include a partner or child in your Student Visa (Subclass 500) application. For most applicants, the current government visa application charge is AUD $1,530 for each additional applicant aged 18 years or over, and AUD $500 for each dependent child under 18 years of age.

If the primary applicant is applying for an ELICOS course, or is an eligible Pacific Island, Timor-Leste or ASEAN passport holder, reduced dependent visa application charges apply. You will also need to update your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) to a couple or family policy, which will increase your overall application costs. As visa fees vary depending on your circumstances, we recommend checking the latest government charges before lodging your application.

Some applicants must provide biometrics, which may involve an additional fee at the visa application centre.

Only applicants asked by the Department to complete health checks will need to undergo a medical examination, which may involve extra costs depending on the clinic and required tests.

If you need an English test (such as IELTS or PTE), the test providers charge their own fees, which must be paid directly to them.

You may need to budget for tuition payments per term, living expenses and other study-related expenses.

Yes. Visa fees are set by the Department of Home Affairs and may be adjusted at any time. It’s important to check the most up-to-date information before applying. Check with Study Gurus which fees are applying to you.

FAQs Minimum Financial Evidence

Minimum financial evidence is the proof you must provide to show that you have enough funds to cover your tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and any dependents (if applicable) while studying in Australia.

The exact amount depends on your circumstances:

  • Tuition fees for your course(s)

  • Living costs (currently around AUD 29,710 per year for a single student)

  • Travel costs to and from Australia

  • Additional costs for family members accompanying you

You can provide:

  • Bank statements or bank guarantees
  • Annual Income of at least $72,465
  • Loan approval letters

Documents are usually required to be issued within the last 3 months, depending on the type of evidence.

Yes, parents or a close family member can provide you with financial support.  The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) recognises that students often rely on financial support from their parents or close family members.

Read more about eligible sponsors in our blog

No, you can show combined evidence from multiple sources, as long as the total meets the minimum financial requirements.

Bank statements should be official, showing:

  • Account holder’s name

  • Current balance

  • Transaction history

  • Bank logo or stamp

Your student visa application may be delayed or refused until you provide satisfactory proof of funds.

Only current accessible funds are accepted. Future or potential income is usually not considered reliable for the application.

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