Student for British citizens travelling to Australia
Study longer than three months, or formal courses, needs a Student visa (subclass 500), not eVisitor.
For a full British citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Enrolled students at Australian institutions. · Home Affairs: Student 500 (opens in a new tab) |
| Maximum stay | Course duration on the student visa. · Home Affairs: Student 500 (opens in a new tab) |
| Cost | Student visa application charge on Home Affairs fee table. · Home Affairs: Student 500 (opens in a new tab) |
| Processing time | See global visa processing times (opens in a new tab) for subclass 500. · Home Affairs: Student 500 (opens in a new tab) |
| How to apply | Home Affairs student visa process via ImmiAccount. · Home Affairs: Student 500 (opens in a new tab) |
Each fact above is linked to the authority that sets the rule. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications.
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment from your school.
- Apply for subclass 500 and meet genuine temporary entrant requirements.
- Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover as required.
FAQ
Can I study three months on eVisitor?
Home Affairs allows study up to 3 months on eVisitor — longer needs subclass 500.
Can I work on a student visa?
Limited work rights may apply — read visa conditions.
Sources
- GOV.UK: Australia entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Department of Home Affairs: eVisitor (subclass 651) (opens in a new tab)
- Department of Home Affairs: Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) (opens in a new tab)
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