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Which visa is right for you?
I want to study full-time
A Student visa is required if you have applied for and been accepted to study full-time for over three months at an educational institution in Australia. With this visa:
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You can stay in Australia for the duration of your course -
You are permitted multiple entries to Australia
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You can work up to 20 hours per week while your course is in session and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks
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Eligible dependant family members can accompany you (conditions apply)
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Your family members can work up to 20 hours per week
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Your spouse can study in Australia for up to 3 months
Your Student visa application will be assessed according to your Assessment Level and the relevant evidentiary requirements, which is determined by your nationality and main course of study.
I want to study whilst on holiday
A Tourist visa is required if you want to study a short-term course whilst visiting Australia for a holiday or recreational purposes. With this visa:
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A period of up to 3, 6 or 12 months will be granted
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You can study for up to 3 months
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You are allowed either a single or multiple entry to Australia
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You are not permitted to work
I want to study whilst I work
A Working Holiday visa is required if you want to study a short-term course whilst on holiday, and supplement the cost of these activities through short-term employment. With this visa:
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You must hold a passport from a country participating in the Working Holiday Program
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A period of up to 12 months will be granted
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You can study for up to 4 months
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You are permitted multiple entries to Australia
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You can work (part or full-time) for up to 6 months with each employer
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You must be 18 to 30 years of age
For more information on applying for visa to study in Western Australia, visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship or contact your nearest Australian mission.
NOTE: The above information for the Student, Tourist and Working Holiday visa is indicative only. Visa requirements and inclusions may vary depending on the applicant’s age, nationality and other individual circumstances.
