Australian Student Visas
Australian English Language Study Visa
International students who have been accepted to study in a registered English language course in Australia are required to hold an Australian English Language Study (ELICOS) visa.
Australian English Language Study Visa Basic Requirements
To be eligible to apply for an English Language Study (ELICOS) visa, applicants are required to:
- be enrolled in a registered English language course as their main course of study;
- have adequate English language ability;
- have financial means to support themselves; and
- obtain overseas student health insurance cover for the duration of their stay in Australia.
Australian English Language Study Visa Entitlements
An Australian English Language Study (ELICOS) visa is a temporary visa valid for the duration of the English language course. Successful applicants and holders of an Australian English Language Study (ELICOS) visa are permitted to work a maximum of 20 hours per week during term and unlimitedly during term breaks.
- Other Student Visas
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Higher Education Student Visa
The Higher Education visa enables international students to undertake a degree, graduate certificate, diploma or a masters by coursework in Australia. -
Vocational Training Student Visa
A Vocational Education and Training Student visa is designed for international students to complete a trade or vocational certificate or diploma in Australia. -
School Student Visa
The School Student visa entitles students to attend primary or secondary school and participate in exchange programs in Australia. -
Postgraduate Student Visa
A Postgraduate Research Student visa enables international students to study a Masters or Doctorate degree by research in Australia. -
Non-Award Student Visa
A Non-Award Student visa enables international students to study non award and other full time courses that do not lead to an Australian award.
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- Latest Immigration News
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- Rise in Australian Student Visas from India
Australia has once again seen an increase in student visa applications from India after a phase of decline. - Foreign Workers to Be Welcomed to Australian Northern Territory
Australia's Northern Territory is now allowed to welcome overseas workers after its government reached a migration agreement with Immigration Minister Chris Bowen and the Federal government, which is considered a positive step to help fill the Territory's skill shortage. - Australia to Simplify Visa Application Process for International Students
The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Chris Bowen MP, last week announced the Government would make the visa application process easier for students from 29 countries by reducing assessment levels across a range of student visa subclasses from 24 March.
- Rise in Australian Student Visas from India
