Student visas

Outside Australia - applying for a student visa

Before you contact the department, please read all available information about student visas on our website.
See: Student visa options

If you require further clarification on visa eligibility, obligations and information on how to complete your application, contact your local departmental office.
Contact: Immigration offices outside Australia

Progress of applications lodged by mail or in person

Student visa application processing times are outlined in the following table. We recommend you contact your local departmental office about the progress of your visa application only after this period.

Assessment Level	Processing Time
1 and 2	Three weeks
3 and 4	Three months

Completing online applications

Help with completing your online application.
See: eVisa assistance enquiry form

Progress of online applications

Check the progress of your application online using your allocated Transaction Reference Number (TRN)
See: Check the progress of your online application